This Black History Month, you’re invited to be part of something powerful.
Something meaningful.
Something rooted in identity, community, and self-love.
All are welcome to join us for the Second Annual Beauty Is Me Fundraising Luncheon — an inclusive celebration of culture, empowerment, and connection.
The luncheon takes place Thursday, February 5th, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts.
This special afternoon brings together people from all backgrounds — community members, families, professionals, students, advocates, and allies — united by one shared goal: supporting and uplifting Black and biracial children and youth.
We are honoured to welcome Jeremiah Bowers as our keynote speaker. Born and raised right here in Windsor, Jeremiah is a passionate advocate for racial justice and equity. He is a Juris Doctor graduate of the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, a recipient of the 2023 Lieutenant Governor’s Lincoln M. Alexander Award and is currently articling with Goldblatt Partners LLP. His journey, leadership, and commitment to community will leave you inspired and energized.
This luncheon supports the work of Beauty Is Me, a Windsor-based organization founded in 2020.
Beauty Is Me exists to nurture cultural identity and promote self-love among Black and biracial children and youth — while empowering parents, caregivers, guardians, and allies to do the same.
Originally created to support non-Black foster parents caring for Black and biracial children within the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society community, Beauty Is Me identified a critical gap in access to culturally informed resources — particularly around Black hair care.
From that need, meaningful impact was born.
Through partnerships with Black-owned salons and community organizations, Beauty Is Me delivers hands-on Black hair care workshops that combine practical skills with education about the cultural and historical significance of Black hair.
They offset the cost of salon services for Black and biracial children and youth — helping promote confidence, dignity, and self-expression.
They host educational and empowerment events that celebrate representation, pride, and belonging.
And they provide free children’s books that feature diverse characters — ensuring children see themselves reflected, valued, and affirmed.
Through every initiative, Beauty Is Me reinforces a simple but powerful message: every crown tells a story worth celebrating.
Over the years, Beauty Is Me has expanded its services to support all families raising Black and biracial children. And as the need grows, so does the importance of community support.
That’s where you come in!
Whether you attend as an individual, support as a sponsor, or join us simply to learn and connect — all are welcome, and every contribution makes a difference.
Tickets are $60 per person, and sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses, organizations, and individuals who want to make a lasting impact.
Join us for an afternoon of inspiration, connection, and purpose.
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“Beauty Is Me Second Annual Fundraising Luncheon 2026.”
To learn more, visit beautyisme.ca