This 24-month program provides the opportunity for the city to embark on efforts to close the racial gap in homeownership by revealing historical patterns of discrimination that may lead to racial inequalities. As of 2020, the homeownership rate for Black residents in West Palm Beach is still much lower than white homeownership rates at 40.3% compared to 56.7%. As a participant of Closing the Gap the city will identify and implement strategies to reduce these racial disparities in homeownership.

The Wendell A. Narcisse Performing Arts Theater at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center is proud to present the moving and celebratory musical play Crowns written by Regina Taylor! This joyful production showcases church hats becoming the springboard for an exploration of Black history and identity as seen through the eyes of a young Black woman who has come down South to stay with her aunt after her brother is killed in Brooklyn. "No wonder that Crowns is one of the most produced musicals in America. It is a glimpse into one of the finest traditions in the vast assortment of [...]

  Are you a seasoned business owner or aspiring entrepreneur looking to level up your success? If so, the ICABA Entrepreneur Jumpstart 2024 is for you! Access valuable information and growth opportunities from leading Economic and Business Development experts and Business Moguls at this Saturday's FREE Kickoff Session. https://bit.ly/ICABA_Entrepreneur_Jumpstart_2024       🌟 **ICABA Entrepreneur Jumpstart 2024** 🌟 is a series of 33 events over 15 days with more than 40 business development experts and coaches committed to enhancing your business skills and acumen. Jumpstart your entrepreneurial success with valuable connections, information and opportunities to uplevel your entrepreneurial growth.     [...]

Friend,   You are cordially invited to Commissioner Christina Lambert's upcoming Countdown to Victory Reception on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 5:30 PM located at 111 N Olive Ave., 2nd Floor, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.   Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Public parking will be available across the street, just northeast of the event location.   To confirm your attendance, please RSVP at: www.ChristinaForWPB.com/Mar12   We look forward to this opportunity to meet as a West Palm Beach community and hear from Commissioner Christina Lambert about her plans to continue addressing the issues that matter most.   Let's keep working together [...]

🌟 Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month with an evening of elegance, cocktails, and couture! 🍸✨ Embrace the essence of the modern woman as we raise a toast to strength, style, and sisterhood. A night filled with empowering conversations and fashion-forward moments. Cheers to the extraordinary women shaping history!   Tickets 👉🏽 https://sdcbwla.wildapricot.org/events   🥂👗 #WomensHistoryMonth #EmpowerHer #FashionAndFinesse