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Emerging Pearls

🩷💚 Hue Knew?! A Pearlfectly Colorful Day! 🌈🧪✨10/17/2026 Our Emerging Pearls traded in their pearls for lab goggles and became little scientists for the day! 👩🏾‍🔬🔬 🌈 Milk & Magic (Milk Fireworks): Our Pearls explored the magic of science as drops of food coloring danced across milk with a little help from dish soap! A colorful lesson in surface tension! 🎨 🫧 Dancing Bubbles (Mini Lava Lamps): Using oil, water, food coloring, and a little Alka-Seltzer magic, our Pearls watched colorful bubbles rise and fall while exploring chemical reactions and liquid density! 💥 💎 Charmingly You!: Because every Pearl deserves a little sparkle! Our girls added another special charm to their bracelets, continuing to create keepsakes that celebrate their Emerging Pearls journey. 🩷 From curious minds to colorful discoveries, our Pearls learned that science isn’t just educational—it’s a whole lot of FUN! 🌟 A special thank-you to our small but mighty committee, wonderful parents and guardians, and everyone who helped make this hands-on experience a success! 🩷💚 Small Pearls. BIG Discoveries. Endless Possibilities! 🌈✨ #EmergingPearls #LambdaTauOmega #TwentyPearlsFoundation #PearlsInSTEM #BlackGirlsInSTEM #FutureScientists #LittleScientists #LearningThroughPlay #STEMForKids #BlackGirlMagic #ScienceIsFun #MentorshipMatters #PearlfectlyColorful

Calling all parents and guardians! Are you looking for a program that will inspire, empower, and prepare your child for success? Join us at our Mentoring Programs Information Session and discover how the Twenty Pearls Foundation, Inc. is helping youth grow into confident leaders through mentorship, educational enrichment, leadership development, and community service. 🩷Girls Only Programs: Emerging Pearls (Pre-K–2nd Grade) Strands of Pearls (3rd–5th Grade) Cultured Pearls (6th–8th Grade) Coed Program: TPF Scholars (9th–12th Grade) 💚Saturday, August 22, 2026💚 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Flossmoor Village Hall 2800 Flossmoor Rd. Flossmoor, IL 60422 🔗Scan the QR code or visit www.tpfinc.org to apply and learn more! Spots are limited!! 🔗www.tpfinc.org🔗 ✅Applications are due September 26, 2026. Together, let's empower today's youth and inspire tomorrow's leaders! #TwentyPearlsFoundation #TPFScholars #MentoringMatters #YouthLeadership #AKACentralRegion #AKA1908 #TPFINC #CommunityImpact #FutureLeaders #LTOAKA #YouthPrograms #ServingOurCommunity

On 6/20/2026, the Emerging Pearls ended the program year with full hearts and beautiful memories. 💕 From Tea Time BINGO and personalized bouquet exchanges to certificates, hugs, and a few happy tears, our Emerging Pearls celebrated a year of growth, confidence, friendship, and girlhood. Congratulations to our eight Pearls who are aging out of the program—we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine in your next chapter. 🌸✨ #EmergingPearls #Girlhood #TwentyPearlsFoundation #OnceAnEmergingPearl #AlwaysAnEmergingPearl Mrs. Paris Mays, LSW, Chairman, Ms. Nia Flynn, Co-chairman

Experiences like this matter 💕 Today our Emerging Pearls learned about horse care, responsibility, and compassion—all while having fun and building confidence. We also enjoyed feeding alpacas, sheep, and goats. Special moments with a special group of girls. Paris Mays, Chairman Nia Flynn, Co-chairman #EmergingPearls #BuildingLeaders #Girlhood #TwentyPearlsFoundation #EquestrianLife

Habitat Adventure: Animals & Plants 🐾🌿 Our Emerging Pearls had an unforgettable experience at the Homewood Science Center! 💎✨ From rainforests to deserts, oceans to tundras, the girls explored where animals live, how they survive, and what makes each habitat unique. They even met real animals up close and discovered how each one is perfectly adapted to its environment! Our 90-minute visit included: 🔬 30 minutes of guided learning 🧪 60 minutes of hands-on STEAM play The curiosity. The questions. The excitement. They were fully engaged — and honestly, they did not want to leave! We are committed to creating experiences that spark confidence, critical thinking, and a love for learning. Another day of building bright futures. 🩷Paris Mays, LSW Chairman 💚Nia Flynn, Co-chairman #EmergingPearls #STEMGirls #AKA #GirlsInScience #CommunityLeadership #FutureLeaders #HabitatAdventure #LambdaTauOmega #TwentyPearlsFoundation

On this past Saturday, January 17th, 2026, Our Emerging Pearls Mentoring Group kicked things off with fresh fruits, veggies, and baked chips. Then the girls got a chance to participate in a fun yoga flow led by member Larissa Ships 🧘🏽‍♀️. Next the girls refreshed with mint and eucalyptus towelettes, enjoyed a cold-pressed juice tasting (complete with guessing flavors) and they even had a cheerful “cheers” to their favorites. Each girl headed home with self-care beauty bags filled with spa treats to keep the glow going. It was a beautiful blend of wellness, fun, and girlhood. 💖💚 congratulations and well done to the event organizers Chairman: Member Paris Mays Co-chairman: Member Nia Flynn for orchestrating such a unique and special event. Special thanks to member Larissa Shipps our Yoga instructor. This event was a great way to start the new year 🩷 #EmergingPearls #FlexFlowGlow #SelfCareStartsYoung #YouthMentoring

✨ AKAKLASSIC ✨ is the Premier & Prettiest Day party of the season and you don’t want to miss it!!! Join us, as we close out the summer to sounds by DJ Vince Adams ~ one of Chicago’s Hottest Crowd Movers while supporting Twenty Pearls Foundation, Inc. Click the link 🔗 for tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/aka-klassic-day-party We hope to see you there 🩷

Join us for the 2026 Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion Informational as we prepare for an unforgettable season of grace, leadership, and excellence. We are now actively seeking young ladies to serve as debutantes and young men to serve as escorts for this prestigious experience. Learn how to become part of a legacy that celebrates achievement, leadership, and community. Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and take your first step toward this incredible journey.

Twenty Pearls Foundation Inc. is hosting AKAKlassic Day Party Sunday October 4th ✨ 🗣️VIP has officially SOLD OUT but General Admission tickets are still available!!! Click the link to get yours✨ 🔗https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/aka-klassic-day-party

The Twenty Pearls Foundation has begun preparations for this seasons Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion 2026 ✨. Yesterday evening TPF hosted our Cotillion Informational for potential participants and their families. To say it was a huge success is an understatement !! We are proud to say there were over 100 guests in attendance. This is year 25 of our commitment to the south suburban community and through our foundation’s leadership~ the Impact is going strong. We were overjoyed to have so many join us as we shared our beloved mission, vision, and our values as a foundation. The informational planning committee did an excellent job organizing an interactive and informative event; and we are excited for the things to come on this years journey to Miss Prominent Pearl 2026 🩷✨💚 Stay tuned….

Mark your calendars 📅 on August 1st we are hosting our 5th Annual Homecoming community event in park Forest!! There will be plenty of activities for the entire family including food trucks, vendors, and More!!!!

⛳️ The Twenty Pearls Foundation presents Pretty on the Green Golf Outing! It’s all taking place on August 21st at the Glenwoodie Gold Club!! We know that Golfing is a learning experience~ that’s why we have added Golf Clinics to our Golf Day! If your interested in learning the fundamentals, perfecting your stance, or just getting some Tips, our Golf Day also offers a lessons for beginners⛳️ !! 🎉lessons will be taught by a golf pro who will show you Exactly what to do!! Clubs and balls will be provided! Visit: https://birdease.com/TPFPrettyonthegreen to book your spot! Clinic cost is $50 ⛳️ Click the link 🔗 & Join us

The Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion 2026 Informational

The Twenty Pearls Foundation, Inc. is seeking your support for our upcoming Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion. Proceeds from your purchase of an ad or raffle tickets will support programming, mentoring groups and scholarships. visit https://tpfinc.org/cotillion/ to learn more. Or click the link in our Bio https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-miss-prominent-pearl-cotillion-frosted-pearls-of-opulence-raffles-and-ads

The Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion planning committee hosted their 18 Debs & Escorts this past weekend for an informative and engaging workshop session. Topics covered were college readiness, proper study skills, and even ACT/SAT prep — we are proud to say that these young people, left even more equipped and connected than when they arrived. Our “Similarities Tower Game” icebreaker, had them laughing and bonding from minute one, and MASTERs Plus led an incredible Study Skills & ACT/SAT session. All student attendees left with a weekly planner and a personal goal to carry forward. We are extremely Proud of this group and look forward to their continued development as this Cotillion season unfolds!!

Have you purchased your ticket the AKAKLASSIC Day party yet?? We want to see you there! Hurry ! before they’re All Gone! VIP is all Sold Out, but General Admission is stull available! ~ visit: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/aka-klassic-day-party

Golf's popularity is at an all-time high, with a record-setting 136 million total participants across the United States! This unique and inclusive sport, also attracts over 3 million beginners annually. The Twenty Pearls Foundation’s Pretty on the Green Golf outing, is taking place on August 21st and no matter your level all are welcome to Join the fun!! Grab your clubs and meet us on the course! There will be contests, prizes, Golf clinics, socializing, and More !! Get your tickets now! https://birdease.com/TPFPrettyonthegreen

Twenty Pearls Foundation, Inc. is committed to assisting students in furthering their education. The Soaring Scholars is our mentorship group specifically for this young demographic. Through partnership and mentorship, we work to bridge the gap between high school and higher education helping prepare these young people for their next journeys. Seen here are members of the Soaring Scholars Graduating class of 2026 and their respective schools. We send a huge Congratulations to the Soaring Scholars Class of 2026.🎓️🎊🎉

This past Saturday, our Emerging Pearls had an amazing time decorating 20 Sweet Cases foster care bags for children in need. The girls used their creativity and kindness to create special bags filled with love and encouragement. Afterward, they also designed their own “Pearlfect” bags and enjoyed special treats together. 🎨🩷 We are so proud of our girls for giving back to their community while having fun and making memories! Special thanks to member Trudy for presenting this wonderful opportunity to our girls! Paris Mays, Chairman Nia Flynn, Co-chairman” #EmergingPearls #CommunityService #PearlfectMoments #GirlsWhoLead #YouthMentorship #BlackGirlJoy #GivingBack #ServiceToAllMankind #MentorshipMatters

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This past Saturday, our Emerging Pearls had an amazing time decorating 20 Sweet Cases foster care bags for children in need.