Count Down Until The Event ...

    Thursday, December 18th, 2025
    5:30PM - 11PM | The Barn
    at The Guild Pawtucket

    461 Main Street
    Pawtucket, RI 02860

    Come celebrate with us as we honor some of Rhode Island’s most inspiring community advocates at the 2025 Best In Black CommUNITY Awards! present by The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island, this night is dedicated to recognizing those who uplift and empower our communities every day. Hosted by Rosie & Kobi.

    THIS YEAR’S 2025 BEST In BLACK CommUNITY AWARD HONOREES:

    This prestigious event will honor leading figures and remarkable individuals who have made significant contributions to our community while influencing and inspiring #MUSEOFRI leadership. Your presence will add prestige to the evening and inspire our community’s future achievers.🎖 Awards and Honorees:

    • Raymond “Two Hawks” Watson, The Cedric Huntley BIB “Leave A Legacy” CommUNITY Award;

    • Reuben “Chip Douglas” Tillman III, The Lorenzo Perry BIB “Inspire A Generation” CommUNITY Award;

    • Steve Santos, The Helen Baskerville-Dukes BIB “Black Culture & Pride” CommUNITY Award;

    • Rose Albert, The Jay Lew BIB “Pay It Forward” CommUNITY Award;

    • Roshni Darnal, The Anthony Hubbard BIB “Unsung Hero” CommUNITY Award;

    • Joe Wilson Jr, The BIB “Arts & Culture” CommUNITY Award;

    • Sabrina Chaudhary & Jason Almeida, The BIB “Entrepreneurship” CommUNITY Award;

    • Weayonnoh Nelson-Davis, The Dwayne Keys BIB “Disruptor Through Advocacy” CommUNITY Award;

    • Lisa Pina-Warren & Luca Carnevale, The Cortney Nicolato & Mary Jo Callan BIB “True Ally” CommUNITY Award;

    • Alicia Fernandes & Robert Mckinney, The Erica Campbell BIB “Next Up” CommUNITY Award

    • Jessica Monteiro, The Joe DaMoura BIB “Freedom Fighter” CommUNITY Award

    + The BEST In BLACK CommUNITY “Community Supporter” Awards

    The BEST In BLACK CommUNITY Awards “Community Supporter” Awards by The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island was created to celebrate organizations that significantly contribute to empowering communities of color and/or supports #MUSEOFRI’s mssion. The awards recognize entities that align with the foundation’s mission to foster creativity, innovation, and community empowerment through resources and strategic support.

    🎖 ORG Awards and Honorees:

    • Hall of GraFX

    • Hope & Main

    • Providence Arts Culture + Tourism

    • Providence Parks Dept.

    • CIC Providence

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of RI

    These awards acknowledge these organizations for their impactful contributions, highlighting the power of collaborative efforts to drive meaningful change within Rhode Island’s communities of color. Through their diverse forms of support, these partners bolster the foundation’s mission to enrich, empower, and equip the community for a brighter, more inclusive future.

    + The BEST In BLACK CommUNITY “Community Choice” Award

    The individuals nominated for the BEST In BLACK CommUNITY "Community Choice" Award, which recognizes individuals making impactful contributions to Rhode Island communities.

    (One will be awarded based on your VOTE!) HIT THE VOTE NOW BUTTON BELOW!

    • Blaq Sav (BlaqSav Comedy)

    • DJ Ladyruck (401 Blend Battle)

    • Remi Jones (RemiTV)

    • Ty Campbell (MŌV)

    • Victor Baez (Club Ambition Podcast)

    The Annual BEST in BLACK
    Afterparty!

    After the awards, get ready to hit the dance floor at the Annual BEST in BLACK Afterparty! Enjoy great music, dancing, and the chance to WIN the Best Dressed Award for both male and female categories.Featuring DJ sets by NYCE HITZ & DJ FREDdaGREATThe theme? Sleek, all-black attire with a twist, accessorize with standout, colorful pieces like bold shoes, stylish hats, eye-catching purses, or dapper ties. Photographer onsite, Make it memorable!

    Past BEST in BLACK
    Photo Gallery

    PSST, don't forget the
    26th Annual #YESPVD
    Toy Drive

    For 26 years during the toy drive I would host my birthday party. Now the toy drive grew into a month long campaign. We will conclude the 26th annual toy drive campaign at this awards.We will conclude the 25th annual toy drive campaign at the awards.Please bring a new unwrapped toy to donate or click the link to donate toy from our Amazon Wishlist.

    The Barn @
    The Guild Pawtucket

    461 Main Street
    Pawtucket, RI 02860

    About the Venue:

    Step into The Barn, an industrial-chic event space located inside Rhode Island's largest craft brewery. With its original wooden beams, soaring 20-foot ceilings, Edison bulb accents, and historic brick walls, The Barn is the perfect blend of modern style and historic charm for an unforgettable night! Thank you again to The Guild for supporting another year.

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