The Future Society’s 2nd Annual Globe Awards Dinner again a smash hit. Dominic Carter keynote Speaker.

The highly anticipated Future Society’s 2nd Annual Globe Awards gala held Friday night, September 19, at the luxurious Davenport Country Club in New Rochelle, NY, was a resounding smash hit. 

Last year’s inaugural gala impressed many, and many of those who attended last year’s event were part of this year’s large gathering of over 200 guests.  The yearly gala is growing in popularity and gets better every year. 

Why are so many people supporting The Future Society, Inc., led by its founder and CEO, Larry Fair? A lot has to do with the fact that it is an organization specializing in 

youth leadership development. Fair and his staff provide mentoring activities for at risk inner city youth and support mechanism for their parents.  “Our focus is on developing trusting relationships between young people, their peers and adults, that will lead to youth leadership development,” emphasizes Fair. 

The September 19 gala can only be described as impressive. There was a long list of dignitaries, elected officials, and supporters that traveled from the entire tri-state area and other states, all dressed impeccably, to attend a worthy gala that is benefitting many youth.

The gala’s Mistress of Ceremonies was Shonda C. Nesbitt, who has been with the Future Society since 2008, and has risen to the rank of Executive Director. 

The program kicked off with a video presentation highlighting scenes from Future Society’s community events. 

The keynote speaker was Dominic Carter, RNN TV Verizon FIOS news and political commentator, who is one of the most compelling journalists of his generation. He is constantly described as the best political television reporter in New York today. 

From the moment Carter was introduced by Nesbitt, he had the audience laughing non-stop, with his witty comments and jokes. The guests truly appreciated him as the keynote speaker and gave him a standing ovation at the end of his speech. 

Natorie Beckford, a young lady who is a member of The Future Society, recited an outstanding poem, prior to a great vocal performance by Stephanie Biddle.

The following six individuals were honored:

·      Thea Blessitt, Community Activist (Star Volunteer Globe Award)

·      Tiffany Chase, Founder, Director, Voice for Society (Pen Mightier than the Sword Award)

·      Howard Feigenbaum, Proprietor, Fleetwood Deli Café (Distinguished Citizen Award)

·      Shawyn Patterson-Howard, President, CEO, Yonkers YMCA (Youth Leader Award)

·      Frances Ann Lightsy, Principal, Grimes School (Teach a Man to Fish Award) 

·      Stan Ridley, Christopher Ridley Foundation (Inspiration Globe Award)

Towards the end of the program, a Chinese Drawing Auction/Silent Auction/Raffle Drawing was held. 

Musical entertainment was provided by DJ iSlam. 

The Honorees displaying their awards 

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