Awards and Past Beneficiaries
The William "Bill" Brown Distinguished Service Award
Was created in honor of William “Bill” Brown, Sr. to recognize individuals for their tireless service to the development of youth, and community. These individuals have exhibited the dedication, commitment and selfless sacrifice for the betterment of our communities and have had an impact on Colorado and throughout the United States of America.
William “Bill” Brown, Sr.
Walter Wedgeworth
Geta and Janice Asfaw
Vivian L. Kerr
Dr. Collis Johnson, Jr.
Dr. Johnny E. Johnson, Jr.
Clarence Small
Marcus Jackson
PRIMARY BENEFICIARIES 2013 to 2020
Athletics & Beyond
Boys Day, Inc.
Colorado Beautillion-Cotillion, Inc.
Colorado Starlites Drum and Drill Team
Music and Leadership Institute (formerly Jazz C.A.F.E.)
Struggle of Love Foundation
Vision Performance Arts Company
Organizations supported financially 2013 – 2020
Angel’s Cove
Black American West Museum
Churches Usher Union of Colorado
Colorado Black Arts Festival
Colorado Black Women for Political Action
Denver Urban Spectrum Youth Foundation
Friends First
Hope Center
Sack Lunch on Us Project
Sisters in Service
The Retired Enlisted Association