Annual Awards Gala

The Palm Springs Black History Committee Annual Awards Gala was held on February 5, 2022. The Awards Gala is The Palm Springs Black History Committees way of recognizing those individuals, groups, local and corporate businesses who have contributed to the success and achievements of African Americans and our society.  

Award recipients included: 

Joanna Adams - Artist of the Year 

Pastor Schezerone Carter - Clergy of the Year 

Tayler Hawkins - Sports Award Trenton Thompson - Sports Award 

Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest - Health & Wellness Award

Dr. Reshae Crawford - Essential Hero Award
Desert Healthcare District & Foundation -  Philanthropist Award

Inez Dunning - James O. Jessie Lifetime Achievement Award