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THE KING CENTER ANNOUNCES THE PASSING OF ITS CHAIRMAN AND LONG TIME LEADER, DEXTER SCOTT KING, SON OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. AND MRS. CORETTA SCOTT KING

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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King, CEO of The King Center stated “words cannot express the heart break I feel from losing another sibling.

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  • King, CEO of The King Center stated “words cannot express the heart break I feel from losing another sibling.
  • At the time of his death Dexter served as both Chairman of The King Center and President of the King Estate.
  • King, his brother Martin Luther King, III, his niece, Yolanda Renee King and a host of immediate and extended family members.
  • The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center) is a 501(c) (3) organization established in 1968 by Mrs. Coretta Scott King.

The King Center Mourns the Loss of Dr. Christine King Farris, Founding Board Member, Former Vice-Chair & Treasurer, Esteemed 64 Year Educator and Sister of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. passed on the morning of June 29 at age 95.

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  • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. passed on the morning of June 29 at age 95.
  • She worked diligently to help build The King Center, founded by her sister-inlaw, Mrs. Coretta Scott King in June 1968.
  • She also wrote the first intermediate-level textbook on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Farris served as the first director of The Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • The King Center will also continue her Legacy through the Christine King Farris Legacy of Service in Education Beloved Community Award.

Dr. Christine King Farris, Distinguished Educator, Author, Sister of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., passes at 95

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Atlanta, GA., June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The King Center announces the passing of King Family matriarch, Dr. Christine King Farris at the age 95.

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  • Atlanta, GA., June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The King Center announces the passing of King Family matriarch, Dr. Christine King Farris at the age 95.
  • Dr. Martin Luther King, Sr., and Mrs. Alberta Williams King and the sister of the late Rev.
  • She also wrote the first intermediate-level textbook on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Dr. Farris served as the first director of The Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • In 2015, The King Center established The Christine King Farris Distinguished Legacy of Service Award, as one of its Salute to Greatness Awards.

The King Center Announces The 38th Annual King Holiday Observance Schedule, Events

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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King, CEO of The King Center, announces a schedule of programs and events in celebration of the 2023 King Holiday Observance.

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  • King, CEO of The King Center, announces a schedule of programs and events in celebration of the 2023 King Holiday Observance.
  • King.
  • For the full schedule of events during the King Holiday Observance, event details, registration, and sponsorships visit thekingcenter.org.
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ebenezer Baptist Church, The Carter Center, The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, AmeriCorps.

39th Annual Feed the Community Thanksgiving Event Partners with Five Boca Raton Country Clubs to Feed Thousands

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- St. Andrews Country Club, Addison Reserve Country Club, Boca Grove Country Club, The Polo Club of Boca Raton, and Woodfield Country Club have joined Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in their 39th Annual Feed the Community Program that provides all the ingredients to make Thanksgiving dinner to over 4,000 area residents on Tuesday, November 22 via a drive through event. St. Andrews Country Club for over 10 years has organized Thanksgiving donations from Addison Reserve CC, Boca Grove CC, The Polo Club, and Woodfield CC, reaffirming the combined commitment of area private country clubs to support the local community.

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  • St. Andrews Country Club, Addison Reserve Country Club, Boca Grove Country Club, The Polo Club of Boca Raton, and Woodfield Country Club have joined Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in their 39th Annual Feed the Community Program that provides all the ingredients to make Thanksgiving dinner to over 4,000 area residents on Tuesday, November 22 via a drive through event.
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- St. Andrews Country Club , Addison Reserve Country Club , Boca Grove Country Club , The Polo Club of Boca Raton , and Woodfield Country Club have joined Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in their 39th Annual Feed the Community Program that provides all the ingredients to make Thanksgiving dinner to over 4,000 area residents on Tuesday, November 22 via a drive through event.
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    About Boca Grove Country Club:
    Boca Grove is a prestigious, members-only golf and country club located in the heart of Boca Raton, Florida.
  • About The Polo Club at Boca Raton:
    The Polo Club of Boca Raton is a thriving community built for resort-style living.

National Program Will Award Over Two Million Dollars in Grants to 16 Historically Significant Congregations Across the U.S.

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Sixteen historically significant congregations have been admitted into the prestigious program, which provides capital grants of up to $250,000 and hands-on technical assistance to congregations undertaking significant preservation projects.

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  • Sixteen historically significant congregations have been admitted into the prestigious program, which provides capital grants of up to $250,000 and hands-on technical assistance to congregations undertaking significant preservation projects.
  • This year's grantees represent some of the most important and impactful congregations in the country.
  • With these grants, the National Fund recognizes their contributions and seeks to support their efforts.
  • "I am so pleased that we have robust programs such as the National Fund that support the health of congregations and their towns or neighborhoods.

30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards honoring Black excellence to world premiere on Juneteenth at 7pm ET

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Zaila Avant-garde (Rising Star Award): The Louisiana native was the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner and the first Black American to win the academic competition.

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  • Zaila Avant-garde (Rising Star Award): The Louisiana native was the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner and the first Black American to win the academic competition.
  • The Bounce Trumpet Awards were conceived to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of African Americans and those who have succeeded against great odds and inspired success in others.
  • Founded in 1992 by American Civil Rights leader Xernona Clayton, The Trumpet Awards were acquired by Bounce in 2016.
  • For more information about past honorees, presenters, performers and information about The Bounce Trumpet Awards visit here.

Georgia's AME Church Announces Massive Voting Rights Unity Rally and Prayer Scheduled at King Center on Tuesday, April 12th in Atlanta

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Monday, April 11, 2022
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The event will begin at the King Center on Tuesday at 11:00 am for a rally and testimonials, followed by a march down Auburn Avenue and prayer at the John Lewis mural.

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  • The event will begin at the King Center on Tuesday at 11:00 am for a rally and testimonials, followed by a march down Auburn Avenue and prayer at the John Lewis mural.
  • The event was organized by a coalition of Georgia Faith Leaders, including Bishop Reginald Jackson, AME, 6th District; Bishop Thomas Brown, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church; Rev.
  • Thurmond Tillman, First African Baptist Church; Pastor Sherry Austin, Retired Elder The United Methodist Church; Rev.
  • Dr. Gerald Durley, Pastor Emeritus, Providence Missionary Baptist Church and Dr. Barbara Williams-Skinner, National African American Clergy Network.

30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards to Take Place April 23 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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ATLANTA, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards has been rescheduled for April 23, 2022, at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood and will air on Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19, at 7 p.m. ET. Produced by Magic Lemonade Production Company, the gala event will be televised on Bounce, the nation's popular entertainment television network serving African Americans.

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  • ATLANTA, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards has been rescheduled for April 23, 2022, at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood and will air on Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19, at 7 p.m.
  • Produced by Magic Lemonade Production Company, the gala event will be televised on Bounce, the nation's popular entertainment television network serving African Americans.
  • Founded in 1992 by American Civil Rights leader Xernona Clayton, The Trumpet Awards were acquired by Bounce in 2016.
  • For more information about past honorees, presenters, performers, and information about The Bounce Trumpet Awards visit here.

St. Andrews Country Club "Wraps" the 2021 Holiday Season with Much Community Thanks and Giving

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Thursday, December 23, 2021
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Continuing its year-round community generosity, St. Andrews Country Club membership has been in a full give-back mode during the 2021 holiday season.

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  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Continuing its year-round community generosity, St. Andrews Country Club membership has been in a full give-back mode during the 2021 holiday season.
  • Among the holidays-inspired giveback, St. Andrews Country Club hosted three onsite fundraisers benefiting U.S. military veterans, Boca Helping Hands, and PGA Hope.
  • "These holiday-timed humanitarian efforts are reflective of the 'generous traditions' driven by our membership," said St. Andrews Country Club COO/General Manager Rick Dente.
  • According to Dente, giveback happens at St. Andrews Country Club every single day, including a dedicated emergency fund to support employees experiencing family or health hardships.