NAACP Announces Centennial Awardees
Jefferson City, MO, October 3, 2009 — “Ideas such as Justice and Equality are
only as relevant as we make them.” Says Nimrod Chapel, Jr., president of the Jefferson
City, MO, Branch of the NAACP. “These individuals and organizations we are
recognizing have shown a sincere interest in turning democratic concepts into reality.
It’s a fitting tribute that they are recognized at this year’s 46th Annual Freedom Fund
Dinner, Silent Auction and Centennial Celebration on October 3, 2009 at the Capital
Plaza. I encourage each of you to get to know these individuals and organization and
continue your support for these most American of ideals.”
The 2009 Awardees are:
ROY WILKINS AWARD – Vera Thomas (Mother of Reginald Clemons)
The Roy Wilkins Award is given in recognition of individuals who have devoted their
lives to finding solutions to racial inequality, promoted educational excellence, and
demonstrated courage in the fight for equality, justice, and civil rights.
ROSA PARKS AWARD –Phyllis Launius
The Rosa Parks Award is given to individuals who have committed their lives, and have
exhibited dedication and commitment to the cause of equality and justice in the face of
personal sacrifice, and for standing up against racism and discrimination.
CORPORATE/PUBLIC IMAGE AWARD
The Missouri Supreme Court - Public
This Corporate/Public Image Award is given to a company or individual in the
public/private sector, in recognition of its/their commitment and dedication to equal
opportunity, employment, diversity, community support and leadership.
PRESIDENTIAL CHOICE AWARD
Larry Weber, Esq., Chuck Hatfield, Esq., Lieutenant Colonel Christina Case,
Master Sergeant Percy Johnson
This Presidential Choice Award is given to an organization or individuals in the
public/private sector, in recognition of its/their commitment and dedication to equal
opportunity, access, employment, diversity, community support and leadership.
MYRTLE SMITH ODEN YOUNG ADULT SERVICE AWARD – Cyrus Dashtaki, Esq.
The Myrtle Smith Oden Service Award is given to individuals who have worked faithfully
in the NAACP or other civic organizations for the overall betterment of the community.
LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD – Nimrod and Dr. Cynthia Chapel
The Lifetime Service Award is given in recognition of an individual for a lifetime career,
dedicated toward the cause of justice, equal opportunity and civil rights for all people.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – Tyronne Allen, James Tippin, Esq.
The Lifetime Achievement Award is given in recognition of an individual who has
worked diligently and given honorable and dedicated service in the safeguard of justice
and democracy.
“Honor those who have worked in their professional and private capacities as citizens to
make our Community, state and nation a better place to live and truer to the ideals set
forth in the Bill of Rights and Constitution.” Said Chapel. “Civic duty is the debt we
owe for being a part of society and it is our only real opportunity to make communities
better.”
Founded in 1909, the 100 year old NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights
organization. Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier
advocates for civil rights in their communities, conducting voter mobilization and
monitoring equal opportunity in the public and private sectors.
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