Friends of Section 14 Palm Springs

03/02/2026

Palm Springs Section 14 Survivors are very Proud to be represented in the Palm Springs Black History Parade 2026! ... We ARE Palm Springs "BLACK HISTORY," and Section 14 Survivors & Descendants recently made more Black History in Palm Springs through our "National Historic" settlement. A big thank you to the City of Palm Springs and the Palm Springs Black History Committee for keeping alive what many of the Section 14 Survivors worked so hard to begin, many years ago! Thanks, LaSonta Patton, Christina Genera, Tomeeka Grizzell, Gerry Holland, and the entire Section 14 Boots on the Ground Team! - You all are the absolute best!

12/24/2025

11/14/2025

Our incredible volunteers, veterans, and the Special Needs Network team are hard at work preparing for tomorrow’s food distribution at the Section 14 Summit. Grateful for this dedicated community coming together to serve.

11/12/2025

Summit Giveaway Alert!
To close out our historic Section 14 Commemoration Summit, we are excited to share that registered participants will receive free grocery bags at the end of the event!

Distribution begins at 5:00 PM
Immediately following the summit program
Registration via Eventbrite is required

Join us as we honor the legacy of Section 14 survivors and walk into the future together in community and abundance.

Don’t miss out - register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-summit-reflect-reimagine-rebuild-tickets-1752234643989?aff=oddtdtcreator

11/12/2025

Summit Giveaway Alert!
To close out our historic Section 14 Commemoration Summit, we are excited to share that registered participants will receive free grocery bags at the end of the event!

Distribution begins at 5:00 PM
Immediately following the summit program
Registration via Eventbrite is required

Join us as we honor the legacy of Section 14 survivors and walk into the future together in community and abundance.

Don’t miss out — register today!

- Honor our ancestors - Reflect on our shared victories - Plan our way forward in community

11/07/2025

We're honored to have Dr. Fredrick Douglas Haynes III as our guest speaker during the Interfaith Ceremony on Saturday, November 15, 2025 for our first Summit– a powerful day of reflection, remembrance, and renewal.

Together, we will honor our ancestors, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and chart a bold path forward.

🕊️ What to Expect:
▫️ Interfaith Celebration
▫️ Educational Workshops
▫️ Musical Performances & Storytelling
▫️ Movement & Dance
▫️ Legislative Updates
▫️ Conversations with Clergy & Community Leaders

This is more than an event—it’s a space to heal, connect, and recommit to justice.

The event is FREE to attend. Head to the link to register and help give us an accurate headcount.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-summit-reflect-reimagine-rebuild-tickets-1752234643989?aff=oddtdtcreator

📍Location:
The Church of St. Paul in the Desert
125 West El Alameda
Palm Springs, CA 92262

10/28/2025

Join the Section 14 Survivors, Descendants and our broader community on Saturday, November 15, 2025 for a powerful day of reflection, remembrance, and renewal. Together, we will honor our ancestors, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and chart a bold path forward.

🕊️ What to Expect:
▫️ Interfaith Celebration
▫️ Educational Workshops
▫️ Musical Performances & Storytelling
▫️ Movement & Dance
▫️ Legislative Updates
▫️ Conversations with Clergy & Community Leaders

This is more than an event—it’s a space to heal, connect, and recommit to justice.

The event is FREE to attend. Head to the link to register and help give us an accurate headcount.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-summit-reflect-reimagine-rebuild-tickets-1752234643989?aff=oddtdtcreator

📍Location:
The Church of St. Paul in the Desert
125 West El Alameda
Palm Springs, CA 92262

10/08/2025

SECTION 14 - CLINK LINK TO SEE OUR PRESS RELEASE:
https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/856472854/city-of-palm-springs-completes-first-phase-of-historic-section-14-settlement-with-5-9-million-distributed-to-survivors -

CONGRATULATIONS! - We are moving forward.

As a result of the historic settlement reached on November 14, 2024 with survivors of Section 14, the City of Palm Springs has completed Phase One of its

06/30/2025

Section 14 Celebration & Awards Celebration 2025

Photo collection by Nailah Johnson Photography

05/19/2025

HERE IS THE LINK TO PURCHASE YOUR GALA TICKETS: THEY ARE GOING FAST! Will most likely sell out! Don't wait. Purchase your tickets now!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/section-14-survivors-reunion-gala-tickets-1324078657909?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&fbclid=IwY2xjawKYhfRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFxcXNiZVdYd0loMTlocWVEAR7oBxR5NeU9d_8ZDemkgajPkEbslt0tJOyipw15kKOgPJEGFUz_UZyGyL037Q_aem_V52STghjtNAd3CzLJQ2D-g

Get ready to reunite with your Section 14 crew at our 1st Annual Reunion Gala - it's gonna be a night to remember!

04/16/2025

Tickets Are Now Available for the 1st Annual Section 14 Reunion Gala!

We are thrilled to invite you to an evening of history, celebration, and community at the 1st Annual Section 14 Reunion Gala: A Reflection of Section 14. This is more than just a gala—it’s a chance to honor the strength and resilience of our community while supporting our mission to preserve the legacy of Section 14.

Date: Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Indian Canyons Golf Resort

This night will bring together friends, families, and supporters of Section 14 for a beautiful evening of storytelling, recognition, and unity. Together, we’ll reflect on our past, celebrate our progress, and raise funds to continue the work of restoring and preserving our shared history.

We’re incredibly excited to share this milestone with you, and we truly hope you’ll be there to join us. Tickets are limited, so secure yours today and be part of something special.

Get Your Tickets Here: https://section14survivors.com/gala/

We can’t wait to celebrate with you.