Muse Foundation

LXCL:Early Bird Ticket (Expires 11/12/2026 @ 12:00AM EST) Reception, Awards &amp; After Party Ticket | * Platform fee is optional, but tip is recommended.

Limited Early Bird Ticket*

LXCL:General Admission Ticket toReception, Awards &amp; After Party Ticket Networking Reception • 5:30 - 6:30 PM; Dinner • 6:30 - 7:00 PM; Awards Ceremony • 7:00 - 8:00 PM After Party • 8:00 - 11:00 PM | * Platform fee is optional, but tip is recommended.

General Admission Ticket*

LXCL:This package includes: - (8) Tickets w/ Reserved Table; - Listed as sponsor on event promotion; - Logo &amp; Backlink on event website; - Mentioned as sponsor on social media post; - Logo on digital program. | * Platform fee is optional, but tip is recommended.

Corp | Org Event Sponsorship Package*

Check made out to “The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island”
Address to send check: 11 S. Angell Street, #223, Providence, RI 02906

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1761508751/wysiwyg/rywzhariao1d0qbaccng.png" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" />Event: 2026 BEST In BLACK CommUNITY AwardsDate/Time: Saturday, December 12, 2026 • 5:30PM to 11PM EST Event Details:Come celebrate with us as we honor some of Rhode Island’s most inspiring community advocates at the 2026 BEST In BLACK CommUNITY Awards! Presented by The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island, this night is dedicated to recognizing those who uplift and empower our communities every day. Hosted by Rosie THIS YEAR’S 2026 BEST IN BLACK COMMUNITY AWARD HONOREES:<ul><li>Tim “Buck” Collins The Raymond “Two Hawks” Watson “Leave A Legacy” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Tatiana Baena The Reuben “Chip Douglas” Tillman III “Inspire A Generation” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>The Handshake Initiative The Milou Rodrigues “Volunteer &amp; Initiative” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Rhode Island Black Realtors Networking Group The Steve Santos “Black Culture &amp; Pride” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Dr Sokeo Ros The Rose Albert “Pay It Forward” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Veronica Vazquez Rodriguez The Roshni Darnal “Unsung Hero” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Rommel Montes de Oca The Joe Wilson Jr”Arts &amp; Culture” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Jennifer Fretas The Sabrina Chaudhary &amp; Jason Almeida “Entrepreneurship” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Dina Bruce The Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies “Disruptor Through Advocacy” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Sen Jack Reed,  Lt Gov Sabina Matos &amp; Adam Bush The Lisa Pina-Warren &amp; Luca Carnevale “True Ally” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Sharon Ashly &amp; Lavar Williams The Alicia Fernandes &amp; Robert McKinney “Next Up” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li><li>Chachi Carvalho The Jessica Monteiro “Freedom Fighter” BESTinBLACK CommUNITY Award</li></ul>+ The “Community Supporter” Awards<ul><li>Economic Progress Institute</li><li>RWU LAW &amp; BUSINESS LAW CLINIC</li><li>WBRU360 Community DJs (Franchise x NYCE Hitz Honored)</li><li>Club Ambition (Victor Baez)</li><li>The Office of Community Engagement at Brown University </li><li>The Swearer Center at Brown University</li></ul>+ The “Community Choice” Award (One will be awarded based on your VOTE!)<ul><li>Joe Bruce</li><li>Cam Bells</li><li>George Lono</li></ul><a href="https://bpsdxzuhez.zite.so/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO VOTE</a>The Annual BEST in Black Afterparty!After the awards, get ready to hit the dance floor at the Annual BEST in BLACK Afterparty! Enjoy great music, dancing, and the chance to WIN the Best Dressed Award for both male and female categories. Featuring DJ sets by NYCE HITZ &amp; FREDdaGREAT The theme? Sleek, all-black attire with a twist—accessorize with standout, colorful pieces like bold shoes, stylish hats, eye-catching purses, or dapper ties. Photographer onsite, Make it memorable! Location:<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir//461+Main+St,+Pawtucket,+RI+02860/@41.8769016,-71.4714954,12z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x89e4435699e751ad:0xd23bae4fdf3efed7!2m2!1d-71.3890514!2d41.8767633?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">The Barn at The Guild</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir//461+Main+St,+Pawtucket,+RI+02860/@41.8769016,-71.4714954,12z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x89e4435699e751ad:0xd23bae4fdf3efed7!2m2!1d-71.3890514!2d41.8767633?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">461 Main Street</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir//461+Main+St,+Pawtucket,+RI+02860/@41.8769016,-71.4714954,12z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x89e4435699e751ad:0xd23bae4fdf3efed7!2m2!1d-71.3890514!2d41.8767633?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir//461+Main+St,+Pawtucket,+RI+02860/@41.8769016,-71.4714954,12z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x89e4435699e751ad:0xd23bae4fdf3efed7!2m2!1d-71.3890514!2d41.8767633?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">Pawtucket, RI 02860</a>(Pass thru the beer hall to get to the barn) About The Venue:Step into The Barn, an industrial-chic event space within Rhode Island’s largest craft brewery. With its original wooden beams, soaring 20-foot ceilings, Edison bulb accents, and historic brick walls, The Barn is the perfect blend of modern style and historic charm for an unforgettable night! About The Caterer:TBA Purchase your tickets, mark your calendars, and bring your best energy and style to the Best In Black #MUSEOFRI Community Awards! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! PSST, don't forget the 27th Annual #YESPVD Toy DriveFor 27 years during the toy drive I would host my birthday party. Now the toy drive grew into a month long campaign. We will conclude the 26th annual toy drive campaign at this awards. Please bring a new unwrapped toy to donate or click the link to donate toy from our Amazon Wishlist. <a href="http://toys.yespvd.com" target="_blank">[CLICK HERE]</a> *Subjecct to change

Muse Foundation

2026 BEST In BLACK CommUNITY Awards

461 Main St

Limited Early Bird Ticket*

$50

Corp | Org Event Sponsorship Package*

$1,000

General Admission Ticket*

$75