History

Sixteen Pearls Foundation, Inc. (SPF) was envisioned by Lori Benford-Bryant who solicited the expertise of Raenita Thompson assisted by Ashley Eaves to establish 501(c)(3) status. With research, hard work and dedication, Sixteen Pearls Foundation was incorporated on December 3, 2019 in the state of Indiana. The Foundation was exclusively created to receive and administer funds for charitable and educational purposes. Our fundraising efforts are vital to our mission of awarding scholarships and providing dedicated and committed service to Northwest Indiana.

Acknowledgments

Initial Board Members:
Lori Benford-Bryant
Penny Cochran
Quanda M. Davis
Ashley Eaves
Ida Gillis
Joyce Price
Karyn Price
Dorothy Hardy
Raenita Thompson