HOUSTON — The 2024 Equal Opportunity Day Gala, held at the Hilton Americas on Saturday, December 14, raised more than $1 million to support the Houston Area Urban League’s programs in housing, workforce development, health and wellness, education, and entrepreneurship.
This year’s honorees included Steve Kean, CEO of the Greater Houston Partnership, who received the Marguerite Ross Barnett Leadership Award; Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher, Chancellor of Houston Community College, who was honored with the Quentin Mease Community Service Award; and the family of the Honorable Sheila Jackson Lee, recognized with the Whitney M. Young Humanitarian Award for their legacy of service and advocacy for justice.
Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages was the title sponsor of the gala, which was emceed by Keith Garvin of KPRC 2. Event chairs Morris Smith of Arca Continental Coca-Cola and Myrtle Jones of Halliburton guided the planning and execution of this remarkable event.
The gala concluded on Saturday with performances by Grammy Award-winning artist Chrisette Michele and Cupid. President and CEO of the Houston Area Urban League, Judson W. Robinson III, reflected on the community’s support:
“The incredible generosity shown through this year’s gala demonstrates Houston’s commitment to creating opportunities for all. Together, we are driving real change by investing in programs that uplift individuals, families, and the community as a whole.”
This achievement marks the second time in the organization’s 56-year history that over $1 million has been raised through a fundraising gala. The funds will directly support programs designed to empower individuals and families across Houston, helping them achieve self-sufficiency and long-term success.
For more information about the Houston Area Urban League and its programs, visit www.haul.org.
Source: Houston Area Urban League
