The Historic Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation Debutante Cotillion returns in 2024

[Milwaukee, WI November 21, 2024] – The Historic Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of its iconic Debutante Cotillion in 2024, marking a monumental milestone of 50 years of elegance, sophistication, legacy, and class.

Founded in 1999, the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, a philanthropic branch of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter, is dedicated to empowering African-American women through education and community service. The Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion program provides young women with leadership training, community service opportunities, and scholarships, fostering their personal and professional growth. To date, the program has positively impacted over 1,000 young women, helping them achieve their academic and life goals.

Sachelle Reed, an accomplished journalist and advocate for community-focused reporting, will lend her talents as the host of the Pauline Redmond Coggs Debutante Cotillion, an event celebrating young women and their commitment to service and achievement.

Get ready to groove to the sounds of Cigarette Break and DJ LoLo at this year’s Debutante Cotillion! Cigarette Break is renowned for their unique blend of jazz, hip hop, R&B, and gospel, having shared the stage with national recording artists like Conya Doss and Eric Roberson. Afterwards join us for the after party, Cotillion After Dark. DJ LoLo, known for her infectious energy and ability to curate the perfect vibe, will take guests on a musical journey through five decades of hits. This dynamic duo promises an unforgettable night of entertainment as we celebrate 50 years of the Debutante Cotillion.

We are proud to announce our 13 Debutantes to be celebrated:

Wy’yana Adams
Jayda Cole
Jordan Davis
Brakiah Evans
Azaria Giboney
Asha Hagopian
Mekenzi Hendriex
Terrhyon McBride
Angel Moore
Tomi Myles
Janii Spiekermann
Peyton Washington
Gabrielle Williams

These young women have been working hard for months learning career skills and pouring into the city of Milwaukee.

“As a former debutante in the Pauline Redmond Coggs Cotillion, this is definitely a full circle moment to be chairing the 50th cotillion.” says Chair Desha Smith-Jenkins. “I’m very excited to mark this star studded event with an array of local legends and community leaders!”

This year’s cotillion would not be possible without the generous support from our sponsors. We salute our signature sponsor Versiti, our bronze sponsors Royal Capital and Sun Life, and a magnificent host of community and in kind sponsors. Your commitment to education, health, the black family, economic empowerment, arts and leadership development is cause for celebration.

What: Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation Debutante Cotillion
When: November 30, 2024, 6:00pm
Where: The Baird Center, 400 West Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI

For more information about the Historic Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation and the Debutante Cotillion please visit prcmke.org.

Join us in celebrating 50 years of elegance, sophistication, and empowerment – it’s time for a Renaissance!

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.