It was a night of celebration as The Community House of Birmingham gave recognition to Pillars of Vibrancy and major donors.
“The Pillars are extraordinary individuals who have demonstrated selfless service and philanthropy toward others out of a genuine and deep desire to help and be of service to others,” explained William Seklar, president and CEO of TCH.
The 280 guests set a record for the largest group ever to dine at TCH. Huel Perkins, award winning and popular Fox 2 Detroit news anchor, was host for the event.
“This is a marvelous celebration of the spirit of the community," he said. "The awardees are not only successful in their public lives, but are men and women who have gone above and beyond so the less fortunate can have a chance to succeed.”
Perkins' cordial manner provided humor and kind descriptions of the honorees.
Julie Dawson, local artist, author and world traveler is a previous recipient of the Pillar of Vibrance award. She says, “There is so much dedication in this group of people… so many skills to make positive changes in our community. This is a fine group of community leaders.”
Ever since its founding in 1923, TCH has relied upon community members to provide leadership and support. As a non-profit organization TCH receives no funds from tax dollars.
“We are now looking back on all of the individuals, corporations and foundations whose kindnesses large and small have made a true and lasting difference at TCH,” said Seklar. “We are open 364 days a year and tonight we step back and praise the angels in our midst.
Robust philanthropy helps us support a wide range of programs, projects, and services that benefit the community. It also helps protect and preserve The Community House and its historic building.”
After the delicious dinner featuring crab cakes and beef tenderloin prepared by chef Ruben Fleming, Perkins began introducing the Pillars of Vibrancy with descriptions of their fine services to the community. Each recipient gave a brief acceptance speech. Winners included the following persons:
- Brian Berman, M.D., Pillar of Wellness, chairman of the Department of Pediatrics, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine who has shown leadership in medical research.
- Margaret Cooney Casey, Pillar of Philanthropy, president of the Beaumont Health Foundation who has led the organization in generating revenue.
- Mary Kramer, Pillar of Business , group publisher of Crain’s Detroit Business and active in many Detroit area business and civic organizations.
- Hannan Lis, Pillar of Wellness, principal and COO of WW Group, leader of many corporations and Jewish organizations
- Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, M.D., Pillar of Education, president of Oakland University and health care executive, medical researcher and member of many boards and research organizations.
- Keith Pomeroy, Pillar of Wellness and Philanthropy, chairman of the Pomeroy family of companies, developer, operator, investor and financier. Creator of the Museum of Modern Detroit and Child Safe Michigan.
- Christine Provost, Pillar of Philanthropy, chair of TCH antique show in 2001, active volunteer in Birmingham Public Schools and many charitable organizations locally and internationally including the DIA.
- David Provost, Pillar of Philanthropy, active in community and civic organizations, Boards of the Economic Club of Detroit, DSO, and the Community Foundation of SE Michigan.
- Linda Solomon, Pillar of Culture and Philanthropy, photojournalist and author, capturing famous personalities and teaching children and youth to use cameras to express themselves. Official photographer for Aretha Franklin.
Rose and Brian Bolyard were given the President’s Community Leadership Award . Rose is especially dedicated to a focus on women and children in need and has been a leader in many events. As the owner of Bolyard Lumber, Brian has supported Birmingham Public Schools, the Birmingham Area Senior Coordinating Council, Habitat for Humanity. He also supports TCH.
Each of the award recipients gave a two minute acceptance speech showing appreciation for their recognition and thanking their supporters. Hannan Lis made comments about how nice it is to note and celebrate the good news of positive community involvement in this divisive time.
The guests also reflected upon the good news of the Birmingham community which is truly fortunate to have so many dedicated volunteers willing to give of their time, talents, and fortunes to maintain positive impacts upon the citizens, the programs and the climate of our home town area.
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