Shown during the scholarship presentation is Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman, FAMU student and scholarship recipient Michelle Swilling and Foundation CEO Carla Brown.
The Kiayanan’s Imagine This Foundation presented its 3rd Annual ‘Royal Court of Jacksonville Costume Gala & Scholarship Fundraiser.’
Formerly known as ‘Bridgerton Meets Jacksonville,’ the costumed affair held at the crystal Ballroom in St. Augustine, awards scholarships to students pursuing degrees and theatrical arts.
The evening was an immersive experience for lovers of the Regency era and passionate supporters of the arts.
“Tonight, under one grand roof, we celebrate creativity, talent, and the transformative power of education. This prestigious costume gala is not only a night of enchantment and splendor but also a beacon of hope for aspiring artists and scholars,” said Carla C Brown, CEO and Founder of the Kiayanan’s Imagine This Foundation.
Live music by Bruce V. Allen set the background for the gala. The annual scholarship fundraiser and costume gala promotes the performing arts in a setting adorned with whimsical decor and infused with soulful creative entertainment.
To learn more, visit royalcourtjax.com.