ATAP Foundation Honors Burlington County Leaders at 5th Annual Community Service Awards
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ATAP's Community Service Awards offer networking advantages by recognizing influential Burlington County leaders across business, government, and community sectors.
The ATAP Foundation selects honorees through committee review based on their contributions to youth development, family strengthening, and community empowerment.
These awards celebrate individuals making Burlington County better by uplifting youth, strengthening families, and empowering the entire community through dedicated service.
The 2025 ATAP Kwanzaa Gala honors diverse leaders from police chiefs to educators for their inspiring community contributions on December 5th.
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The All Things Are Possible Foundation (ATAP) will host its 5th Annual Community Service Awards on December 5, 2025, celebrating Burlington County residents and business leaders who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to uplifting youth, strengthening families, and empowering the community. This year's event will honor eight individuals whose service, leadership, and excellence reflect the true spirit of community engagement and positive change. The 2025 ATAP Kwanzaa Community Service Award honorees include Crystal Charley of Melanin and Maternal Wellness receiving the Building for the Future award, LaChia L. Bradshaw from the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office honored with the Courageous Leadership Award, and Wilfrans Joseph of Christ Baptist Church recognized for Faith & Trust.
Other honorees include Joyce C. Payne of Willingboro/Burlington, New Jersey Orators for Hope & Inspiration, Chief Ian Bucs of Willingboro Township Police Department for Humility & Strength, Algernon Hall, M.B.A., of Jubilee Children's Entertainment, LLC for Peace & Unity, Dr. Chekesha Ellis of KayosToClarity, LLC for Perseverance, and Christina M. Teel, M.Ed., of South Jersey Gas for Understanding & Cooperation. Naasia King will also be recognized as the ATAP Scholar. Nominations were reviewed by the ATAP Awards Committee, which selected this year's honorees for their unwavering commitment to creating positive change and advancing ATAP's mission of empowering the next generation.
As Dr. Carlos Worthy, ATAP Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, stated, "As we gather to celebrate these incredible honorees, we also celebrate the power of community. Each of these leaders embodies what it means to make a lasting impact." The event represents more than just recognition of individual achievements. Dr. Tiffani Worthy, ATAP Co-Founder and CEO, emphasized that "This event is not just a recognition of their work—it's an invitation for all of us to be inspired and to find our own ways to make a difference."
The gala will take place at The Merion, offering an evening of recognition, culture, and connection. Those interested in attending can purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-atap-community-service-awards-kwanzaa-gala-tickets-123456789. For nearly 18 years, ATAP has served as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering life-changing developmental programs that uplift and empower students to achieve greatness. The foundation's mission focuses on empowering youth and enhancing the community through academics, athletics, arts, and awareness in response to critical youth and community needs. More information about the organization's work and programs is available at https://www.atapfoundation.org.
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