Centurions NOW - February 14, 2022
NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2022 BERNARD POWELL AWARD
Named for civil rights activist and former Centurion, Bernard Powell, since 1980 the Centurions Leadership Program has recognized alumni who demonstrate outstanding leadership, deep commitment to service, and clear passion for the improvement of the Greater Kansas City area in Bernard Powell’s memory. The recipient is selected by a committee of previous Bernard Powell Award recipients. View past Bernard Powell Award recipients here >>
To submit a nominee for this year's the Bernard Powell Award, please click on the link below. Please submit your nominations by Tuesday, March 1.
APEX
LUC: VERCIE LARK
February 15, 2022
4-5:30 p.m.
Vercie Lark is the author of Make It Rain and manages a $10M venture capital fund that focuses on supporting women and minority-owned businesses. Vercie's mission is to help expand businesses, job wealth, and educational opportunities for hard-working Americans. He will share more about his leadership journey and how he works to continue making an impact in the community. Register here >>
CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSION
February 16, 2022
12-1:00 p.m.
Recruiting season is upon us! Spread the word to your networks and interested Centurions participants about our upcoming Centurions Information Session. Register here >>
SOCIAL THIRD THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR
February 17, 2022
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Recurring Social Happy Hours will be held at various locations around KC on the Third Thursday of every month. If this date corresponds with a Steering Committee meeting, Centurions are encouraged to join the Happy Hour after the Steering Committee meeting. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Drinks will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the events here so we will have an accurate headcount. Register here >>
SOCIAL FIRST FRIDAY LUNCH
March 4, 2022
11:30-1:00 p.m.
Recurring Social Lunches will be held at various locations around KC on the First Friday of every month. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Lunches will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the events here so we will have an accurate headcount. Register here >>
SOCIAL SECOND TUESDAY COFFEE
March 8, 2022
8-9:30 a.m.
Recurring Social Coffees will be held at various locations around KC on the Second Tuesday of every month. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Coffees will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the events here so we will have an accurate headcount. Register here >>
SAVE THE DATE: CENTURIONS GRADUATION
June 30, 2022
Time TBD
They’ve learned, they’ve served and they’ve led. Now, join us as they graduate! Save the date for Apex class of 2022 graduation. More information to come in the next few months.
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.
Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:
- February 17 – Rubbish Wranglers
- February 18 – Pantry Order Filling
- February 21 – HALO Art Auction
- February 22 – HALO Art Auction
- February 23 – HALO Art Auction
- February 24 – HALO Art Auction
- February 26 – American Heart Association Heart Ball
- February 26 - KCAC’s 39th Annual Art Auction
- March 2 – HALO Art Auction
- March 2 - Gloria Willis Middle School Career Speakers
- March 4 – Pantry Order Filling