The All Things Are Possible Foundation (ATAP) will host its 5th Annual Community Service Awards on December 5, 2025, celebrating Burlington County residents and business leaders who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to uplifting youth, strengthening families, and empowering the community. This year's event will honor eight individuals whose service, leadership, and excellence reflect the true spirit of community engagement and positive change. The 2025 ATAP Kwanzaa Community Service Award honorees include Crystal Charley of Melanin and Maternal Wellness receiving the Building for the Future award, LaChia L. Bradshaw from the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office honored with the Courageous Leadership Award, and Wilfrans Joseph of Christ Baptist Church recognized for Faith & Trust.
Other honorees include Joyce C. Payne of Willingboro/Burlington, New Jersey Orators for Hope & Inspiration, Chief Ian Bucs of Willingboro Township Police Department for Humility & Strength, Algernon Hall, M.B.A., of Jubilee Children's Entertainment, LLC for Peace & Unity, Dr. Chekesha Ellis of KayosToClarity, LLC for Perseverance, and Christina M. Teel, M.Ed., of South Jersey Gas for Understanding & Cooperation. Naasia King will also be recognized as the ATAP Scholar. Nominations were reviewed by the ATAP Awards Committee, which selected this year's honorees for their unwavering commitment to creating positive change and advancing ATAP's mission of empowering the next generation.
As Dr. Carlos Worthy, ATAP Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, stated, "As we gather to celebrate these incredible honorees, we also celebrate the power of community. Each of these leaders embodies what it means to make a lasting impact." The event represents more than just recognition of individual achievements. Dr. Tiffani Worthy, ATAP Co-Founder and CEO, emphasized that "This event is not just a recognition of their work—it's an invitation for all of us to be inspired and to find our own ways to make a difference."
The gala will take place at The Merion, located at 1301 Route 130, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077, offering an evening of recognition, culture, and connection. Those interested in attending can purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-atap-community-service-awards-kwanzaa-gala-tickets-123456789. For nearly 18 years, ATAP has served as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering life-changing developmental programs that uplift and empower students to achieve greatness.
The foundation's mission focuses on empowering youth and enhancing the community through academics, athletics, arts, and awareness in response to critical youth and community needs. More information about the organization's work and programs is available at https://www.atapfoundation.org. This annual recognition matters because it highlights the essential role of local leadership in addressing community challenges, particularly in youth development and family support systems. By honoring diverse contributors from various sectors—including healthcare, law enforcement, education, business, and faith communities—the awards demonstrate how collective action across different fields can create meaningful social impact.
The implications of this announcement extend beyond the ceremony itself, as it reinforces the importance of recognizing and supporting grassroots leadership that directly addresses community needs. Such recognition can inspire increased volunteerism, strengthen community networks, and encourage more residents to engage in service-oriented initiatives. The event's timing during the Kwanzaa season adds cultural significance, connecting the recognition to principles of unity, collective work, and community responsibility. For an organization that has operated for nearly two decades, this consistent annual celebration helps maintain visibility for community service as a valued social priority while providing role models for younger generations who might pursue similar paths of community leadership.
