Golden Renaissance Gala to Celebrate BECC’s One-Year Anniversary and Honor Osceola & Central Florida's Black Excellence
- BECC
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ST. CLOUD, FL – The Black Empowerment & Community Council (BECC) is celebrating its One-Year Anniversary in true renaissance fashion—with power, purpose, and pride. On Saturday, June 21, 2025, BECC invites the community to the Golden Renaissance Gala at the St. Cloud Civic Center (3001 17th Street, St. Cloud, FL 34769)—a night that fuses elegance with empowerment to honor the visionaries uplifting Osceola’s Black community.
From grassroots to greatness, BECC has spent the past year activating change, amplifying Black voices, and building a movement that centers culture, connection, and collective power. This gala marks a full-circle moment—celebrating what we’ve accomplished, and setting the stage for what’s next.
VIP Cocktail Hour begins at 6:00 PM, general doors open at 6:30 PM, and the program begins promptly at 7:00 PM.
🎖️ The 2025 Vanguard Awards Honorees
Honoring those who are making bold moves and lasting impact:
Vanguards of Corporate & Community Excellence
Troy Groves – Osceola Magic
Tiffany Henderson – KUA
Jeremy Lanier – Toho Water
Vanguards of Public Health & Human Services
Wilda Belisle – Osceola County
Keith Gibson – Alzheimer’s Association
Vanguards of Youth Empowerment
Denita Pimienta – CAAIRE
Mona Duffes – City Year
Emerging Leaders
Bianca Belabre – A Creative Station
Charminta Brown – Brown Joy
Dwayne Kent – The Ark Network
Vanguards of Educational Excellence
Martin Levert – Florida Technical College
Felisa Lewis – Osceola School District
Vanguard of Community Leadership & Advocacy
Mia Poinsette – Poinsette Foundation
Vanguard of Community Progress & Equity
Congressman Darren Soto
Vanguard of Arts & Culture
Jere James – Inez Patricia Dance Studio
Founders’ Flame Award
Dionne Poite – AARP Orlando
The Guardian Award
Pastor Nina Hill – President, NAACP Osceola Branch 5121
AARP Volunteer Vanguards
Charmia Bonner
Lydia Rivera
Hilda Diaz
Karen Civitate
🌟 Presented by Our Community Champions
This celebration is made possible by our powerful partners:
City of St. Cloud | AARP Orlando | WellCare | Future Focus | RTW Photography
🎟️ Join the Celebration
This isn't just a gala—it's a milestone. BECC’s one-year anniversary marks a year of progress, pride, and people-powered purpose. Pull up, dress up, and toast to legacy.
🔗 Tickets & Details: www.beccouncil.org/gala
Dress Code: Formal/Black Tie
VIP Cocktail Hour: 6:00 PM
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Program Begins: 7:00 PM
Media Contact:
Melanie Denny
Director of Communications, BECC
About BECC:
Founded in 2024, the Black Empowerment & Community Council (BECC) is Osceola County’s unapologetic voice for Black empowerment. Through strategic initiatives in education, economics, public safety, health, and social justice, BECC is redefining community power and creating a thriving future for generations to come.
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