programs

African Treasure Chest

The African Treasure Chest, which is a permanent exhibit at the MLK Library, contains art and artifacts including masks, ceremonial cloths and musical instruments. Many of these items were retrieved by FACE members during a grant sponsored visit to Africa. This display is centrally located at the library so that its contents can raise the awareness and value of the art and culture in the continent of Africa.

African Treasure Chest

The African Treasure Chest, which is a permanent exhibit at the MLK Library, contains art and artifacts including masks, ceremonial cloths and musical instruments. Many of these items were retrieved by FACE members during a grant sponsored visit to Africa. This display is centrally located at the library so that its contents can raise the awareness and value of the art and culture in the continent of Africa.

Back in the Day Dance

During the annual Back in the Day Dance, FACE sponsors the disc jockey and party favors for senior citizen guests. This collaboration with Meals on Wheels and LifeCare Alliance, features an energetic celebration, which usually occurs on Valentine’s Day. The hi-light is the talented disc jockey who plays music from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. This activity encourages our senior guests to dance, sing, and reminisce about the “good old days”. To encourage and promote our intergenerational goal, students from a local high school participate by serving meals, interacting with guests and dancing with the seniors!

Back in the Day Dance

During the annual Back in the Day Dance, FACE sponsors the disc jockey and party favors for senior citizen guests. This collaboration with Meals on Wheels and LifeCare Alliance, features an energetic celebration, which usually occurs on Valentine’s Day. The hi-light is the talented disc jockey who plays music from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. This activity encourages our senior guests to dance, sing, and reminisce about the “good old days”. To encourage and promote our intergenerational goal, students from a local high school participate by serving meals, interacting with guests and dancing with the seniors!

Back to School Program

FACE is able to provide over 155 back packs to community organizations. In 2020 those programs who benefitted were Community for New Directions and Child Development Council of Franklin County program.

The back packs were loaded with:

Back to School Program

FACE is able to provide over 155 back packs to community organizations. In 2020 those programs who benefitted were Community for New Directions and Child Development Council of Franklin County program.

The back packs were loaded with:

Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program

The FACE 2020 Holiday Adopt-A-Family project was a huge success!

FACE adopted four children from two families, referred from the Community for New Direction. Each child received Christmas gifts based on what they wanted as well as what they needed.

Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program

The FACE 2020 Holiday Adopt-A-Family project was a huge success!

FACE adopted four children from two families, referred from the Community for New Direction. Each child received Christmas gifts based on what they wanted as well as what they needed.

Homeless Shelter Project

FACE is aware of the additional struggles that some in our community are forced to face during the COVID-19 pandemic. One segment of our community that asked for assistance is that of the homeless. Without hesitation, FACE rolled up our sleeves and packaged 150 survival kits which were distributed in November 2020. The kits contained: Mask, toothbrush, toothpaste, hygiene supplies, and socks.

Nana’s Tea

Nana’s Story Time ─ An intergenerational literary activity for grandmothers and their grandchildren that highlights a book written and illustrated by an African-American author and illustrator. The tea features delicious food and a craft activity

Homeless Shelter Project

FACE is aware of the additional struggles that some in our community are forced to face during the COVID-19 pandemic. One segment of our community that asked for assistance is that of the homeless. Without hesitation, FACE rolled up our sleeves and packaged 150 survival kits which were distributed in November 2020. The kits contained: Mask, toothbrush, toothpaste, hygiene supplies, and socks.

Reading Program - Columbus Development Council (CDC)

FACE has an ongoing partnership and collaboration with the Child Development Council of Franklin County, Inc. Our commitment is to invest into the reading preparedness of preschoolers. Our goal is to purchase books and sponsor an interactive reading activity at least twice per year.

In addition to providing 65 back to school book bags, FACE purchased books twice in 2020 for CDC pre-schoolers. The end of year book selection was: “The Day I Tasted Sushi”, by our very own Jennifer Jordan.

Nana’s Tea

Nana’s Story Time ─ An intergenerational literary activity for grandmothers and their grandchildren that highlights a book written and illustrated by an African-American author and illustrator. The tea features delicious food and a craft activity

Scholarship Stipends

The scholarship stipend is for students pursuing an undergraduate (4 year college/university) degree. The stipend amount is $75.00 per month during the school term. If stipend slots are available, High School seniors can be recommended for a scholarship stipend by a FACE member. An application must be submitted and evaluated by the Scholarship committee.

Taste for FACE Culinary Gala

The annual fundraising event has been a part of the organization’s programs for over 30 years. The event recognizes men in the community who prepare their favorite food dish and serve a taste of their dish to the guest in attendance. The adult evening event includes musical artist, line dancing, 50-50 raffle and door prizes. The proceeds from this fundraising event will go towards the funding of our programs for the young and seniors in the Franklin County area.

Reading Program - Columbus Development Council (CDC)

FACE has an ongoing partnership and collaboration with the Child Development Council of Franklin County, Inc. Our commitment is to invest into the reading preparedness of preschoolers. Our goal is to purchase books and sponsor an interactive reading activity at least twice per year.

In addition to providing 65 back to school book bags, FACE purchased books twice in 2020 for CDC pre-schoolers. The end of year book selection was: “The Day I Tasted Sushi”, by our very own Jennifer Jordan.

Scholar Dollars

Volunteers and friends of FACE create, facilitate, monitor and stock a Mother’s Day Gift Shop for students at a select urban school. All students are eligible to participate in this program. Each student can accumulate Scholar dollar points based on academics and behavior (social interaction, attendance, helpfulness, etc.). Earned points are used to shop in the store for Mother’s Day gifts.

Typically, FACE prepares gift stores to allow for 150 – 200 students to shop!

Scholar Dollars

Volunteers and friends of FACE create, facilitate, monitor and stock a Mother’s Day Gift Shop for students at a select urban school. All students are eligible to participate in this program. Each student can accumulate Scholar dollar points based on academics and behavior (social interaction, attendance, helpfulness, etc.). Earned points are used to shop in the store for Mother’s Day gifts.

Typically, FACE prepares gift stores to allow for 150 – 200 students to shop!

Scholarship Stipends

The scholarship stipend is for students pursuing an undergraduate (4 year college/university) degree. The stipend amount is $75.00 per month during the school term. If stipend slots are available, High School seniors can be recommended for a scholarship stipend by a FACE member. An application must be submitted and evaluated by the Scholarship committee.

Taste for FACE Culinary Gala

The annual fundraising event has been a part of the organization’s programs for over 30 years. The event recognizes men in the community who prepare their favorite food dish and serve a taste of their dish to the guest in attendance. The adult evening event includes musical artist, line dancing, 50-50 raffle and door prizes. The proceeds from this fundraising event will go towards the funding of our programs for the young and seniors in the Franklin County area.

Programs

African Treasure Chest

African Treasure Chest

Back in the Day Dance

Back in the Day Dance

Back to School Program

Back to School Program

Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program

Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program

Homeless Shelter Project

Nana’s Tea

Homeless Shelter Project

Reading Program - Columbus Development Council (CDC)

Nana’s Tea

Scholarship Stipends

Taste for FACE Culinary Gala

Reading Program - Columbus Development Council (CDC)

Scholar Dollars

Scholar Dollars

Scholarship Stipends

Taste for FACE Culinary Gala

Friends Of Art And Community Enrichment Inc.

F.A.C.E educates and enriches the community by supporting educational deficiency initiatives and sharing the art and culture of Africa and African-Americans

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