June 23
TD Pavilion

Voices of Hope: An Event in Celebration of Black Excellence returns to our stage on June 23, 2026! This annual free event celebrates Philadelphia’s trailblazers who embody a culture of compassion and positive change. In honor of Highmark Mann’s Golden 50th Anniversary, this year’s celebration highlights individuals who are Building Tomorrow Today.

We are proud to celebrate the following honorees, whose dedication and leadership uplift and guide the Philadelphia community and beyond:

• Council President Kenyatta Johnson

  Philadelphia City Council

• Tiffany Tavarez 
  Jefferson, Vice President, Community Impact & Strategic Partnerships

• Dr. Ashley Jordan
  African American Museum in Philadelphia, President & CEO

• Kenneth Lawrence
  Highmark Blue Shield, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs for Southeastern Pennsylvania

• Free Library of Philadelphia
  Kelly Richards, President and Director
  Monique Moore Pryor, Esq., President and Executive Director of The Free Library Foundation

• Charlie Mack
  Community Advocate
  
  

Sharrie Williams, co-anchor of Action News at 5 and Action News at 10 on PHL17, will host the ceremony. Joseph Meade, Vice President of Government and External Affairs for Comcast Spectacor, will deliver the keynote speech. Stay tuned for musical performances to be announced.

Complimentary light refreshments are available on a first-come, first-served basis.