Crown Jewels Mardi Gras souvenir journal 2026 FOR WEB (1)
19th Annual Fundraiser
2025-2026 Officers and Executive Committee
Evette Beckett-Tuggle President
Bettye Purvis Monroe Vice President
Sonya Gunnings-Moton Recording Secretary
Sonnia Thomas Shields Corresponding Secretary
Sydney Nelson Treasurer
Monica Robin Allen Financial Secretary
Valencia Hudson Jeffcoat Assistant Treasurer
Chanel M. Davis Assistant Financial Secretary
Sharon Hoskin Matthews Parliamentarian
Tierre Jeanne-Porter Chaplain
Ashley Crowder Walker Sergeant-At-Arns
Tracey D. Watkins Immediate Past President
Michele Oliver Program Chair
Founded in 1946, The Links, Incorporated is an international notfor-profit organization of over 17,000 civic-minded women who are linked and committed to changing lives and serving our community. The Crown Jewels (NC), Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, thank you for supporting our efforts to enrich, sustain, and ensure underserved communities' cultural and economic survival.
Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter The Links, Incorporated
FriendsUnitedandEngagedinService
February 14, 2026
Dear Friends,
Greetings on behalf of the 71 dynamic women who comprise the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated on the occasion of our 19th Annual Mardi Gras Gala in partnership with The Links Foundation, Incorporated. We are grateful for your generosity in supporting our scholarship and community service programming endeavor in this way.
Since its chartering in 1993, the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter has exemplified service through transformative, award-winning programming and scholarship. In 2025, with your support, we awarded more than $95,000 in scholarships to students pursuing higher education and inducted 29 students into the Crown Jewels NSBE Jr. Chapter in partnership with Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology. Our initiatives included an early literacy program for K–5 students in Title I Charlotte schools, integrating culturally responsive reading, mentoring, creative expression, wellness, civic awareness, and global engagement. We also expanded our Link Tank program, empowering high school and college students of color with entrepreneurship education, mentorship, and pathways from idea development to venture execution. In addition, through our Emerald Plate initiative, we provided holiday meals to families across our community, ensuring that households experienced nourishment, dignity, and care during the season of giving.
I extend heartfelt congratulations and thanks to our 2026 Mardi Gras Gala King and Queen, Hugh and Natalie Allen, and the past Mardi Gras Gala Kings and Queens for their presence and continued support A very special thank you to all our generous Sponsors and Mrs. Kelley Mitchell, Mardi Gras Gala Chair, Mrs. Evease Tucker Mardi Gras Gala CoChair, and the entire Fundraising Committee for their leadership and diligence in making tonight’s celebration with a purpose possible.
Thank you for joining us tonight. May your generosity shine as brightly as the festivities, and may you revel in the joy of making a difference! Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Yours in friendship and service, Evette Beckett-Tuggle
Evette Beckett-Tuggle President
Website: www.crownjewelslinksinc.org
Email: Crownjewels@crownjewelslinksinc.org
Office of the Southern Area Director
February 14, 2026
Greetings Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter and Guests,
It is an honor to bring greetings as the Southern Area Director of The Links, Incorporated. On behalf of more than 5,000 members and the Southern Area Executive Board, I extend heartfelt congratulations to the officers, members, and friends of the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter on the occasion of your Mardi Gras Fundraiser
For more than three decades, since your establishment on June 19, 1993, the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter has delivered meaningful, sustainable service through the five programmatic thrusts of The Links, Incorporated. Your work is impactful, far-reaching, and transformative.
Among your many notable initiatives is your partnership with Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, a STEM magnet high school, through which the chapter sustained a National Society of Black Engineers Junior Chapter and inducted 74 students. The chapter’s steadfast support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities is equally commendable, including an initial $25,000 endowment to Johnson C. Smith University, financial assistance to graduating students at Morgan State University and international students attending other HBCUs, and business etiquette training for 200 HBCU students in collaboration with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.
The Southern Area is stronger because of your unwavering commitment to the mission of The Links, Incorporated, and for admirably representing the ideals of our beloved organization with grace and distinction. I am confident that you will continue this level of outstanding service because you are Friends Transforming Communities Through Service. Thank you for Leading with Intentional Friendship and Service in the Southern Area.
Warmest regards,
Vanessa Falls
Vanessa Falls Southern Area Director
February 14, 2026
Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
P.O. Box 37027
Charlotte, NC 28237
It is a pleasure to extend greetings to the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated as you host your 19th Annual Mardi Gras Gala.
For more than thirty years, the Crown Jewels Chapter has been a driving force for positive change in our community. Your dedication to service, leadership, and scholarship, particularly your support of students pursuing higher education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and local colleges, continues to uplift and empower future generations.
The Mardi Gras Gala has become a cherished tradition, bringing people together in celebration while advancing the Chapter’s important philanthropic work. I commend the Crown Jewels for their continued impact and thank you for the difference you make in Charlotte.
Best wishes for a joyful and successful Gala.
Sincerely,
Vi Lyles Mayor, City of Charlotte
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History of The Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
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The Crown Jewels Make a Difference
Once chartered, the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated immediately began to make an impact in the community by performing activities and participating in projects to help improve the lives of others in areas of education, health awareness, wellness, history, civics and the arts with a strong commitment of service to others locally and internationally. Five facets of focus encompass activities and projects that revolve around the chapter's commitment of service.
The chapter has been recognized for many signature projects including the creation of historical decor in one of Charlotte's 1890's shotgun houses which once stood next to the original Harvey B. Gantt Arts Center at Little Rock AME Zion church in Uptown. Visitors flocked from many areas of the country to visit these historic relics where African Americans once lived in the First Ward community.
In 2004, the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter joined with the Charlotte (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and the Junior League of Charlotte to host a Grand Opening event held at the new Nordstrom store in South Park Mall. It was one of the largest and most noteworthy social events ever held in Charlotte at the time. Proceeds from Nordstrom after the event provided $60,000 to the chapter to establish the Community Impact Fund for a signature project which helped create the Double Oaks Community Resource Center.
In years to follow, the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter fulfilled financial pledges to the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts and Culture and a financial commitment which created a scholarship endowment fund at Johnson C. Smith University which continues to award scholarships. In addition, the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter to date has awarded more than $300,000 in scholarships directly from the chapter to students for education assistance at various colleges and universities through 2025. The chapter has also contributed more than $25,000 to Susan B. Komen Charlotte for breast cancer research.
In 2016, the chapter chartered a National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Junior chapter at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology. The Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter continues to have a thriving partnership with the school today, which helps to create student success stories in engineering.
The Crown Jewels Classics Through the Ages Program has provided exposure and support to students in the performing arts. Student dancer Elyn Jenkins enrolled in the Charlotte Ballet Academy with the support of the chapter's program, and performed in the Nutcracker in December 2024 at the Knight Theater in Charlotte.
In 2025 and during 2026, the Chapter will expand its impact through focused literacy and college and career readiness initiatives. Through its K–5 literacy programming, the Chapter addressed early learning gaps by distributing culturally responsive books, facilitating read-aloud experiences, integrating arts-based literacy activities, and engaging families and educators in support of student confidence and comprehension. Complementing this work, the Chapter’s LinkTank initiative provides HBCU students with entrepreneurship training, financial literacy education, mentorship, and pitch development experiences. Students are supported through workshops, professional guidance, and seed funding opportunities designed to strengthen pathways to STEAM careers, economic mobility, and leadership development.
Other programs supported and sponsored by the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter include contributions and donations to Samaritan's Feet and Dress for Success. Personal care kits have also been delivered from the chapter to those in need in foreign countries and to foreign students studying in Charlotte.
Numerous programs created and implemented by the chapter have been recognized with nominations and received awards from the Southern Area Conference and the National Assembly of the Links, Incorporated.
Collectively, women who have been blessed individually have come together as members of the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated to offer their many talents and gifts to the Charlotte area community and beyond.
2025-2026 CHAPTER OFFICERS
EvetteBeckett-Tuggle, President
Bettye Purvis Monroe, V ice President
Sonya Gunnings-Moton. Recording Secretary
Sonnia Thomas Shields, Corresponding Secretary
Sydney Nelson, Treasurer
Monica Robin Allen, Financial Secretary
Valencia Hudson Jeffcoat, Assistant Treasurer
Chanel M. Davis, Assistant Financial Secretary
Sharon Hoskin Matthews, Parliamentarian
Tierre Jeanne-Porter, Chaplain
Ashley CrowderWalker, Sergeant-at-Arms
Tracey D. Watkins, Immediate Past President
Michele Lyn Oliver. Program Chair
CHAPTER MEMBERS
Felicia HallAllen
Doris Robinson Asbury
Sydney Marie Avent
Donyell Aycock
Kristin Shannon Black
Felicia AnnBittle
Djenaba T. Bradford-Kennedy
KobiBrinson
Deirdre Brown
Cynthia Bradley Bryant
EricaBryant Graham
Rhonda Caldwell
Cassandra Gomez Caver
Lyn Coaldwell
Mi Kyle Ivy Copeland
Kathleen S. Desvarieux
Karen E. Eady-Williams
Kim Flanders Ellerbe
Arlene Ferebee
Nikki Fleming
Lynne Fuller-Andrews
Kyle Verneice Goodson
Felicia Gray
Najla A. Haywood
Denisha L. Hendricks
Joan E. Higginbotham
Takierra Lanae Hopkins
Kelly L. Hurley
Nina Jackson
Revonda L. Jessup
Shemika L. Jones
Eunice Elizabeth Kendrick
Sharon Ann Kendrick
CaitlinAlexandra King
EboniWallace Lewis
Angela Morris Lovelace
Christy Miller Long
Monique May
Tricia McDer mott-Spikes
Marie Michel-Tucker
Dorothy Womble Miller
Kelley A. Mitchell
Kimberly E. Moore-Wright
Jacqueline Norman
AndriaWilliams Patterson
Kimberly Alice Raye
Terry R. Reyes
Terri E. Rivalte
Joy Paige Springs
Raquishela Stewart
T iffanyA. Teachey
Elizabeth Ann Thomas-Hollie r
Evease Tucker
SterlinBenson Webber
Charlene Whitaker-Brown
Shawn- AllyceWhite
Monica Yvette Young
Katrina Jones Young
Linked in Friendship, Connected in Service Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter
2025-2026 Platinum Member
Madeline Stewart
THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER
OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED CELEBRATES A CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT EVENT
In friendship and service, the proud, extraordinary members of the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated honor their scholarship recipients and recognize outstanding community program partners each year at a special Crowning Achievement event. The chapter culminates its fiscal year by demonstrating support to community programs and by awarding college scholarships. From the chapter's 2025 Mardi Gras fundraiser, the chapter awarded $95,000 in scholarships to 26 graduating students from Charlotte-Mecklenburg and surrounding schools during Crowning Achievement in April 2025.
In Memoriam
The Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated's chain of friendship is missing a cherished link as we mourn the passing of our beloved Platinum member, Maxine Celestia Goodson. Her grace, warmth, and joyful spirit strengthened our sisterhood in so many meaningful ways. Her memory will forever be cherished and the legacy she leaves in love, service, and devotion will continue to guide and uplift our chapter.
SIGNIFICANT CONNECTIONS
OF THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED
2024-2026: Programming Highlights
1 , 340
culturally responsive and
age-appropriate books distributed via book drives and literacy read-ins.
9+ year par tnership
Since 2016, we have partnered with the Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, a STEM-focused magnet school in Charlotte, inducting over 60 students in 2024-2025.
iPads donated to NSBE Jr. and HBCU 35 students’ digital access for learning, STEAM activities, and college readiness.
854 items donated to local HBCU food pantries to address student food insecurity.
care packages donated to JCSU 25 international and foster care students aging out of assistance programs
$95,000 + in scholarships, in 2025, for college tuition/books
6,625 Shoes of Hope
Packed 6,625 pairs of shoes and donated $2,000+ for global humanitarian aid.
262 to advance menstrual equity .
menstrual health kits distributed
National recognition received, in 2024, for integrated arts, civic engagement and health programming for youth, K-12 through college.
Services to Youth
National Trends and Ser vices
Health and Human Ser vices
CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER
OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED 2025 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
CROWN JEWELS (NC)
CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED 2025 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
THE SIGNATURE FUNDRAISING EVENT OF THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED
The 19th Annual Mardi Gras Gala
6:00 pm 7:00 pm
7:20 pm
8:00 pm
8:30 pm 9:00 pm 10:00 pm
11:00 pm
Cocktail Hour/Live Music/Silent Auction
Cash Bar including a signature drink, 'The Crown Jewel'
The Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated’s Annual Mardi Gras Gala fundraiser was first held in 2005 and was developed out of the need to provide funds for chapter programs and scholarships. It was created with the inception of ideas from four Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter members who served during that time as President Mary Foxx Johnson, Fundraising Chair Lyn Coaldwell, Vice President of Membership Cassandra Henderson, and Mary Wilson.
It began with 125 guests and continues today with more than 800 guests in attendance. This signature fundraising event funds chapter programs and scholarships. The chapter is truly grateful for the support it receives from sponsors, donors, patrons, and guests each year.
Past Crown Jewels Mardi Gras Kings and Queens
2009 - Harry and Becky Jones
2010 - Anthony and Samara Foxx
2011 - Mel and Eulada Watt
2012 - Harvey and Cindy Gantt
2013 - Lucius and Martina Johnson
2014 - Herb and Felicia Gray
2015 - Gerald and Linda Johnson
2016 - John and Tammy Martin
2017 - Jesse and Angela Cureton
2018 - Steve and Cathy Crump
2019 - Wil Brooks and Linda Lockman-Brooks
2023 - Kieth and Serena Cockrell
2024 - Malcomb and Tammy Coley
2025 - Eugene and Lauren Woods
MEMBERS OF THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS,
INCORPORATED ARE DELIGHTED TO RECOGNIZE HUGH AND NATALIE
ALLEN AS THE KING AND QUEEN OF THE CHAPTER'S 19TH ANNUAL 2026 MARDI GRAS GALA
KING AND QUEEN
Hugh and Natalie Allen are community servant leaders who have built their individual careers defined by impact, integrity, and vision. Together, they exemplify what it means to invest not only in institutions, but also in people and possibility. Hugh W. Allen is Head of U.S. Commercial Real Estate for TD Bank, one of the 10 largest banks in the U.S., with primary operations spanning from Maine to Florida. His work focuses on banking for private real estate developers, REITs and commercial real estate funds, mortgage warehouse lending, New Market Tax Credits, Low Income Housing Tax Credit investments, and affordable housing construction financing. Previously, Hugh served as Regional President for TD Bank’s Mid South Region, overseeing commercial and branch banking across a multi state footprint from Delaware to South Carolina.
Throughout his career, Hugh has been recognized as a steady and forward thinking leader who understands the vital role financial institutions play in strengthening communities. Hugh provided significant leadership in the development of TD Bank's 2024 $20 Billion Community Impact Plan, outlining the Bank's commitment to communities TD serves through residential mortgages, branch banking in low-tomoderate income communities, small business lending, community development lending and investment, CRA qualified philanthropy, consumer products, supplier diversity and more. He previously worked with PNC Bank, First Union/Wachovia and Wells Fargo.
Equally dedicated to civic engagement, Hugh currently serves on the boards of The National Urban League, The Hydrocephalus Association, The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), and The Research Triangle Foundation. In 2022, he was appointed by North Carolina Governor, Roy Cooper, to serve a two year term on the NCWorks Commission, reflecting both his professional expertise and his commitment to public service. Hugh is also an active and dedicated member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. Hugh earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas and his MBA from the Duke University Fuqua School of Business.
Natalie Frazier Allen is an attorney, arts advocate, and visionary nonprofit leader whose work centers on protecting and uplifting children impacted by violence. Her career is shaped by a belief that creativity, safety, and opportunity are essential to healing and long term success. Raised in New York City as the daughter of a classically trained music teacher, Natalie experienced firsthand how t he arts can broaden a child’s world and open doors that once seemed closed.
That belief led her to found The Arts Empowerment Project, an organization dedicated to serving youth referred through child welfare, juvenile justice, and community partners. The Arts Empowerment Project provides children with a safe space for self expression, skill building, and belonging—often at moments of profound vulnerability. Natalie currently serves as CEO, and since launching its pilot program in 2014, The Arts Empowerment Project has served more than 4,000 students, offering not only creative outlets but also pathways to hope, resilience, and links to new opportunities.
Natalie previously served as Chief of the Domestic Violence Unit in the District of Columbia’s Attorney General’s Office and has been a tireless advocate for victims of abuse. Her commitment to children extended to her service as a Guardian ad Litem volunteer in Charlotte County, where she worked with the court system for several years to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children. Her board service reflects a deep commitment to arts, education, and community well ‑ being. Natalie has served on the Mint Museum Board of Trustees, the Harvey B. Gantt Center Board of Directors, the Youth Villages Board of Advisors, and the Women’s Impact Fund Board of Directors. She currently serves on the VAPA Center’s Board of Directors and the Mint Museum’s Board of Advisors, and previously served as Board Chair of the Mint Museum’s Board of Trustees. Natalie is also a proud and active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. She earned her J.D. from the George Washington National Law Center and her B.A., magna cum laude, from Spelman College, and is admitted to the bars of Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia. Since moving to Charlotte in 2007 with their two children, Hugh and Natalie have shared a commitment to using their talents, resources, and leadership to support the arts and humanities, economic development, and initiatives that strengthen children and families. Their philosophy of giving back is rooted in the belief that meaningful change requires both immediate action and long term vision—investing today in systems, institutions, and people that will uplift generations yet to come.
KING AND QUEEN MARDI GRAS 2026 GALA
SPONSORS OF THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER MARDI GRAS GALA
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congratulations madam president Evette Beckett -Tuggle & crown jewels (nc) chapter the links, incorporated On Your Heartfelt Leadership and Service to the Community With Love, Reggie Tuggle
Thank you!
We sincerely thank The Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated for your dedication to serving our community. Your commitment to making a positive impact is truly appreciated.
We are proud to support the important work you do!
SB&J Enterprises
Yolanda Johnson, Charlotte (NC) Chapter Links
Member
CEO/President
Sue Johnson, Charlotte (NC) Chapter Links
Alumna Member
CHRO/Vice President
Rhonda Johnson, Charlotte (NC) Chapter Links
Member
COO/ Vice President
Lyn Coaldwell, Owner
For 30 Years Lyn Has Contributed to the Chain of Service and Friendship in the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated.
Cong ra tul ation s to th e
C row n Jew el s (N C) Ch ap ter
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Ma rd i Gr as Ga la
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Congratulations to the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
From Your Vice President of Membership
Bettye Purvis Monroe and Montae Monroe
Trusted
Compassionate
Access
The Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter The Links, Incorporated extends sincere gratitude and appreciation to the companies and individuals who sponsored the 19th Mardi Gras Gala
CROWN JEWELS 2026 MARDI GRAS SPONSORS
Platiuum Sponsor
Nina Ford Jackson and James C. Jackson
Gold Donors
Gold Sponsors
Mr. Taylor Moton, Carolina
Panthers
Kobi and Ron Brinson
Kimberly Moore-Wright and Atiba
Wright
Silver Sponsor
Hugh and Natalie Allen
Photo
Booth Sponsor
Emerald Sponsors
Kyle Goodson
Tierre Jeanne-Porter
Montae and Bettye Purvis Monroe
Michele Lyn Oliver
Cory and Andria Williams
Patterson
Terry and Rick Reyes
Sydney Avent
Evette Beckett-Tuggle and Reggie
Tuggle
Erica Bryant Graham & Glen Graham
Darius and MiKyle Copeland
Arlene Ferebee
Lynne Fuller-Andrews
Emerald Judicial Friend
Superior Court Judge Karen Eady-Williams
SUPPORTERS OF THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER MARDI GRAS GALA
ALUMNA MEMBERS OF THE CROWN JEWELS ARE FOREVER FRIENDS IN SERVICE
19TH ANNUAL MARDI GRAS
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CROWN JEWELS (NC) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED
SONNIA SHIELDS & JOLON SHIELDS
the 2026 Links Mardi Gras Gala
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