2026 Scholarship Awards Banquet
10th Anniversary Celebration
About this Event
Join us for a special 10th Anniversary celebration honoring a decade of Kairos Scholarship and Youth Leadership impact. This milestone event celebrates the journey of scholars, mentors, and community partners who have helped shape the next generation of leaders.
Host: Dr. Loucille Hollis, DMin
2025 Highlights
Beyond Theory: Turning Purpose into Action
Keynote Speaker:
Pastor Thyson T. Halley
Chosen Generation Ministries, Newark, NJ.
Deaf advocate, educator, interpreter, and community leader dedicated to accessibility, inclusion, and empowering the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Mistress of Ceremony:
Apostle Laren Shirl Rouse
Senior Pastor - Life In the Meantime Ministries
Harrison, NJ
Featuring Renown Artist:
Sir John Clay – returning
Singer, Composer, & Multi-instrumentalist
Featuring Renowned Jazz Artist:
Mollie Rose
(Mollie Ducoste)
Violinist | Composer | Educator
10th Anniversary Legacy Spotlight – Celebrating 10 years of Kairos Scholarship & Youth Leadership impact (2016–2026).
Date and Time: Saturday, July 25, 2026 · 12 Noon – 4 pm ET
Tickets:
General Admission $125;
Patron $150 – preferred seating and recognition;
Corporate Sponsor $2,500+ – contact host: info@kairosconnection.org
Location:
Pines Manor (Salon A)
2085 Route 27 (Lincoln Highway)
Edison, NJ 08817
Agenda
Agenda will be announced
closer to the event
Dining to Music
5-Course Sumptuous Meal: Pines Manor Sumptuous Weekend Lunch
- Salads (3)
- Varieties of Appetizer Platters (5)
- Pasta
- Chafing Dishes (8) – Beef, Chicken, Pork, Fish, Vegetarian
- Dessert
- Beverages: Soda, Coffee & Tea
- SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY CAKE
Refund Policy
No Refunds