The Black Excellence 365 Awards recognize excellence across community service, education, wellness equity, arts & culture, civic engagement, and legacy.
Community Service & Grassroots Leadership
Pastor Glenn Foreman, Jr.
Honored for consistent, year-round service that strengthens families and communities in Duval County— including outreach efforts such as food distributions, back-to-school drives, holiday assistance, and a year-round clothing closet— paired with a focus on economic empowerment and long-term stability.
Education, Youth Development & Institutional Leadership
Kimberly N. Brown
Recognized for transformational leadership in education and an unwavering commitment to student success in Duval County. Under her leadership, Northwestern achieved a historic academic turnaround—rising from the lowest-performing elementary school to earning its first-ever B grade—supported by strong partnerships and high expectations for students.
Health, Mental Health & Wellness Equity
Desiree Jones
Honored for expanding access to culturally responsive mental health services and leading the largest Black-owned mental health facility in Jacksonville, Step-by-Step Behavioral Health Services. Her work provides year-round clinical care and includes support for students and families through Duval County Public Schools’ Full Service Schools initiative.
Arts, Culture, History & Creative Legacy
Dana Michelle Maule
Recognized for preserving, celebrating, and amplifying Black history and culture in Jacksonville. As a cultural historian, filmmaker, and founder of Northside Pride, her work centers storytelling, community engagement, and cultural preservation—ensuring Black stories, businesses, and legacy are honored and protected year-round.
Civic Engagement, Advocacy & Justice
Jamil Davis
Honored for sustained civic engagement, advocacy, and community empowerment. Through organizing, education, and storytelling— including his work as host of BLKFLA: The Podcast—he helps ensure residents are informed, engaged, and empowered participants in the democratic process.
Legacy Award
Legends Public Art Installation
The visionary team behind the Legends public art display is recognized for transforming everyday community spaces into powerful, accessible celebrations of Black history and culture—projecting animated historical vignettes onto the façade of the Legends Center in Northwest Jacksonville and bringing visual storytelling to life each night.