10/08/2025
✨️ A Night of Legacy, Impact, and Purpose ✨️
For over 86 years, the Empire Board of Realtists has been more than an organization — it’s been a force. Fighting for democracy in housing. Demanding fair access. Building pathways for African American families and real estate professionals to create generational wealth.
The Scholarship & Awards Gala is the crown jewel of that mission — a night to raise scholarships, celebrate excellence, and honor leaders whose impact cannot be ignored.
This year’s honorees:
🌟 John Hope Bryant – Founder & CEO of Operation HOPE, a national champion for financial literacy and economic empowerment. His work has uplifted over 4 million people and directed billions into underserved communities.
🌟 Don Peebles III – EVP of The Peebles Corporation, leading the next generation of developers. His projects deliver affordable housing, sustainable design, and bold community-first development.
🌟 Dr. Kevin James – Visionary President of Morris Brown College. Under his leadership, the school regained accreditation after 20 years, restored financial aid, and is once again a thriving HBCU.
This is more than a gala — it’s a movement of legacy and impact. Seating is limited, and ✅️ tickets and tables are moving quickly. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
✔️ Reserve your seat at history: www.EmpireGala.com