Join us as we celebrate 40 years of intentional advocacy for women and girls at our empowering gala for a cause.
Empowering Our Women and Girls Gala

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – Metropolitan Saint Louis Chapter is excited to celebrate 40 years as a local advocacy organization in our community. NCBWSTL was chartered on March 10, 1984, by the late Dr. Fredda Witherspoon, educator, and civic leader. NCBW has dedicated itself as an effective force in the greater St. Louis area to address issues that affect our St. Louis community and serve as positive role models in the personal and professional development of women and children.
Our 40th Year Celebration Black Tie Gala is one of the many events that help raise funds for our programs. We are excited to announce our 2024 Honorees for their commitment to the St. Louis community.
Health Awardees: Dr. Bettina Drake (PeCAD) and Lena Chapman, Haven of Light Christian Counseling
Education Awardees: Dr. LaTonia Collins-Smith, Harris-Stowe State University and Tiffany Buchanan, Ferguson Florissant School District
Economic Empowerment Awardees: Daisha Kennedy, The Broke Black Girl, and Porscha Anderson, Porscha Anderson LLC
Public Policy Awardee: Dr. Marty Casey, Ungun Institute
Leadership Development Awardees: Roz Reese, Greater St. Louis Inc. (Retired) and Tracie Berry-McGee, I Define Me Movement
Candace Trailblazer: Jeanice L. Baker, Explore St. Louis
We will also present our 2024 Achievement Against The Odds Scholarship to a deserving woman in the St. Louis community.
Local women will be honored for their commitment in their respective fields serving St. Louis. We will be celebrating women in the areas of Health, Economic Empowerment, Public Policy, Education, and Leadership Development.
Tickets to the event are $100.00 for general admission and $150.00 for VIP and can be purchased online at https://ncbwstl40.eventbrite.com/
Tickets include meal options: beef, chicken, or vegetarian. General admission includes a plated dinner and cash bar. VIP ticket includes 1 hour of open bar and hors d’oeuvres and a plated dinner.
There will be a silent auction held for additional fundraising events.
Visit us at www.ncbwstl.org
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