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SAN BERNARDINO, CA— Four distinguished young men will be presented to society on Saturday, April 2, 2021, at the beautiful campus of California State University, in the new Santos Manuel Student Union North building. This year marks the 54th Beautillion Ball featuring the theme, “Young Men Striving for Excellence”.
The Beautillion Program was started in the Inland Empire out of concern for the future and survival of the young black men in the community in which they live and serve. High school seniors who participate in the program are known as Knights. This program is designed to help young men who are seniors in high school prepare for college through the solicitation of ads, leadership development, accountability, responsibility, etiquette, attire for all occasions, spiritual growth, public speaking, and community service. At the conclusion of the program one young man will be recognized “Sir Knight”.
Other awards are given for academics and other achievements. This year our Knights are eager to earn this prestigious title as well as join the myriad of doctors, lawyers and business professionals that have embarked upon this ritual in the past. To date, we have given out approximately 2.5 million dollars in scholarships to our college bound young men.
Attendance requires formal attire, a Covid-19 Daily Health Screening and Face Covering – the link to the Health Screen is available in article on the WSS News website. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $50.00 per person. Doors open at 6 p.m. A parking fee is required.
For more information, please call chairperson, Sheri Lewis at (909) 320-0799 or co-chairperson, Elsie Paulino (951) 205-8823 or publicity chairperson, Marlene Davis at (909) 709-5502
