The Richmond Hill Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Committee is preparing for its 2026 Black Tie Gala, set for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Wetlands Center in Richmond Hill.
The evening aims to celebrate “community, leadership, service, and unity” while supporting the committee’s continued efforts to advance the vision and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Guests can expect an inspiring evening of fellowship, recognition, and excellence.
The committee is also pleased to announce Mr. Terry Enoch, Chief of Police for the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board of Education Police Department (BOEPD), as the guest speaker for this special occasion.
The Richmond Hill Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Committee is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to strengthening community partnerships, supporting charitable and educational initiatives, and expanding scholarship opportunities for local students.
The organization is led by:
- Talisha Thompson – President
- Johnnie Quiller – Vice President & Historian
- Sharon Muhammad – Secretary
- Sawaner Tucker – Treasurer
- Angelica Chambers – Financial Secretary
- Shirlonda Shepard – Public Relations Coordinator
- Clyde Shepard – Volunteer Coordinator
- Diane McLeod – Parliamentarian
Tickets for the gala are available at 2026 Black Tie Gala Tickets.
To learn more about the Richmond Hill Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Committee, volunteer opportunities, or upcoming events, visit RH MLK Observance Committee website or email rhmlkec@gmail.com. You may also follow the committee on Facebook.