The Calvin C.

Johnson, Jr. Memorial Fund is the Rising in Community Excellence (RICE) Foundation's Non-Profit of the Year! What an inspiring and fun event celebrating those dedicated to serving the Atlanta community. Gratitude to Dr. C. Chandon Carter, Attorney Brian Poe, and all of the organizers. And thank you to everyone who voted, shared, and helped shine a light on Calvin's legacy and the Memorial Fund's work helping freed community members in Georgia rebuild their lives. This award belongs to all of you. We're so grateful. @riceawards #riceawards2026 Photo 1: Tara Johnson Burkett, Kristin Nelson Verrill, Judith C. Johnson Photo 2: RICE Non-Profit of The Year Award Photo 3: Judith, Dr. @icarter_lhd (Founder & CEO of RICE Awards Foundation), Tara Photo 4: Eric V. Hill, Judith, @attybrianpoe of @gainjuryattorneys (Chairman of the Board for the RICE Awards Foundation), Tara Photo 5: @vincethevoice, Judith, Eric, Tara Photo 6: The event was a “Sneaker Ball,” and Tara won a $500 prize for the Memorial Fund with her sneakers!