Richmond’s Black community came together for the BLK RVA Awards. This year’s theme, “Proud Voices,” highlighted the leaders and stories that define the region. Held at the Hippodrome Theater on Friday, Aug. 22, the evening celebrated achievements across arts, culture, food and community impact.
From left, Shiloh Jones, Khelia Jones, Autumn Wiggins- Merrill and Crystal Puryear of Atlantic Outreach Group, a finalist for the Rooted Community Impact Award, at the BLK RVA Community Awards on Friday, Aug. 22.
Kelly Jackson and Ammie Derricott, owners of Around The Table LLC, head to the stage to accept the Rising Community Impact Award at the BLK RVA Community Awards.
