The RICE Awards Foundation 501c3

The RICE Awards Foundation 501c3 We appreciate all honorees, winners, nominees and guests who supports The
Annual RICE Awards! The nominees are selected in the following areas:

1.

The RICE Awards Foundation is an IRS certified non-profit organization. We were granted 501(c)(3) status in 2016 and continue to broaden our reach as we endeavor to spotlight the many American citizens and organizations that work so diligently to bring change in our communities. The Rising In Community Excellence Award is given to individuals who exemplify professional excellence while edifying th

e community. RICE Award nominees are innovative and charitable visionaries who recognize the importance of their presence and contribution to the community. The RICE Honoree Awards (TORCH Award) is given to community trailblazers who have led the way in community change. They have faced adversity head-on, and won countless victories on behalf of our families. They have stood in the gap spiritually and physically to ensure that our community has the necessities for survival and that it is treated fairly. Nominees are selected by a panel of industry professionals, community leaders and everyday citizens. Each category is about a community leader who has used their position to develop or implement programs that have changed the face of our communities. Business of The Year
2. Sports & Entertainment
3. Non-Profit
4. Civil Servant of The Year
5. Social Impact / Community Engagement
6. Foundation of The Year
7. Publication of The Year
8. Outstanding In Media
9. Music and Arts
10. Health and Wellness
11. Beauty and Fashion
12. Founders Rising Star
13. Youth Achiever of The Year
14. Educator of The Year
15. TV & Film
16. Influencer of The Year
17. Entrepreneur of The Year


The nominations phase has now open for 2022 until August 8th. Send Nominations to [email protected]

Thank You

Happy birthday today to a RICE Torch Award winner, the amazing Elgintine Dudley!
06/25/2026

Happy birthday today to a RICE Torch Award winner, the amazing Elgintine Dudley!

Congratulations to Elgintine Dudley, founder of the In The Spirit A...

🏆 NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🏆Do you know an individual, business, organization, or community leader making a meaningful ...
06/23/2026

🏆 NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🏆

Do you know an individual, business, organization, or community leader making a meaningful impact? Now is the time to recognize their excellence!

Join us for the 16th Annual Rising In Community Excellence (RICE) Awards on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Atlanta City Hall as we celebrate outstanding leaders, visionaries, changemakers, and community champions.

📅 Nomination Deadline: Monday, July 20, 2026
📧 Submit Nominations: [email protected]

2026 Award Categories Include:
✨ Founder Vanguard Award
✨ Influencer of the Year
✨ Business of the Year
✨ Entrepreneur of the Year
✨ Organization of the Year
✨ Foundation of the Year
✨ Non-Profit of the Year
✨ Civil Servant of the Year
✨ The Community Soul Award (Arts & Culture Impact)
✨ The Community Bridge Award (Building Unity & Connection)
✨ Health & Wellness
✨ Social Impact & Community Engagement
✨ Outstanding in Media
✨ E-News / Publication of the Year
✨ Educator of the Year
✨ Youth Achiever of the Year

Special Honors Awards:
🏅 The Torch Award
🏅 The Lifetime Achievement Award
🏅 The Monica Kaufman Pearson Award

Help us shine a spotlight on those who are changing lives, strengthening communities, and creating lasting impact throughout Georgia and beyond.

Submit your nominations today and be a part of honoring excellence!

06/04/2026

🎉 Two organizations. One mission. One unforgettable evening.The RICE Awards Foundation 501c3 is proud to join forces wit...
06/02/2026

🎉 Two organizations. One mission. One unforgettable evening.

The RICE Awards Foundation 501c3 is proud to join forces with RICE Chairman Atty Brian Poe and RICE sponsor Georgia Injury Attorneys at the Inaugural Chairwoman's Ball honoring and supporting fellow RICE Awards Board Member, Chairwoman Alieka Anderson-Henry, on Saturday, June 6, 2026. This special evening will benefit the Anderson-Henry Foundation, which empowers our youth through scholarships, mentorship opportunities, and community initiatives that create brighter futures.

🎟️ There may still be tickets available. See the event flyer in the first comment below. We would love to see our friends, clients, and community partners stand with us as we celebrate leadership, service, and investment in the next generation.

📸 Pictured: Atty Brian Poe, David Manuel, Chairwoman Alieka Anderson-Henry, and Dr. C. Chandon Carter.

SWEET 16!🎉
05/27/2026

SWEET 16!🎉

Big shout out to our newest top influencers! 💎Deberah W. Williams, Kim McCallDrop a comment to welcome them to our commu...
05/06/2026

Big shout out to our newest top influencers! 💎

Deberah W. Williams, Kim McCall

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

05/04/2026

Congratulations Maxine Simmons McDaniel and The Tickled Past Pink Foundation Inc. (2022 Foundation of the Year winner) on a wildly successful event on Friday May 1st at New Mercies Christian Church named "Cancer Can't Win"! RICE Awards sponsor Georgia Injury Attorneys was the lead sponsor of this event as well!

Flashback Friday ✨ Today, we rewind the clock to celebrate the enduring spirit of generosity that defines the journey of...
05/01/2026

Flashback Friday ✨ Today, we rewind the clock to celebrate the enduring spirit of generosity that defines the journey of great foundations. Each act of giving plants a seed—quiet at first, yet powerful enough to bloom into hope, healing, and lasting change. Join us as we revisit some of the most inspiring moments from our recent RICE Foundation of the Year Award winners—a tapestry of compassion, resilience, and purpose in motion.

Pictured here: Maxine Simmons McDaniel, Founder of The Tickled Past Pink Foundation Inc., our 2022 honoree—whose vision reminds us that even life’s most difficult chapters can be transformed into something beautifully meaningful.

🎥 Watch and be inspired! Because when generosity leads, legacy follows. 💫

4 likes, 1 comment. "* EXCLUSIVE - Maxine McDaniel Red Carpet Interview After Winning RICE Awards Foundation of The Year!"

As we begin the month of May and reflect on our April highlights, we are proud to celebrate an extraordinary milestone f...
05/01/2026

As we begin the month of May and reflect on our April highlights, we are proud to celebrate an extraordinary milestone for one of our own. Our friend and 2025 Torch Award honoree Jace C. Gatewood, Esq., Dean Emeritus of John Marshall Law School, has been sworn in and admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court—an achievement that reflects the very highest standards of the legal profession. His dedication, excellence, and leadership continue to inspire all who know him. Moments like this remind us why we created the Torch Award: to recognize individuals who truly elevate their fields. Congratulations, Jace—your light burns brighter than ever, and all Torch Award winners share in that pride.

- Atty Brian Poe (RICE Awards Chairman) & Dr. C Chandon Carter (RICE Awards Founder & CEO)

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