Black History Makers Of Alabama

Kevin Croom, the executive director of The Croom Foundation, is impacting at-risk youth in West Alabama by exposing them to college opportunities.

Tamika Alexander is making black history through her work in broadcast journalism in West Alabama.

Longtime Tuscaloosa City Schools District 7 board member Erskine Simmons has served the students, parents, and citizens of Tuscaloosa for many years, and through his service many lives have been impacted.

Aerial Horton is using her long-time love for sports to impact youth in Tuscaloosa while serving as the first ever strength and conditioning coach at Paul W. Bryant High School.

Pastor Mike Jr. has one of the fastest-growing churches in the United States. He is a multitalented leader who changes the lives of many people through ministry, music, and his philanthropic work in Alabama.

Meet Willie Mae Ike Wells, one of the foot soldiers of the civil rights movement in Tuscaloosa.

For 29 years, Sheryl Threadgill-Matthews has been changing the lives of young people in Wilcox County through her organization BAMA Kids, Inc. Learn more about her journey.

Black History Makers of Alabama honors Tuscaloosa native and educator Shante' Morton. Learn more about her life and journey as an advocate for children in our communities.

We salute Danielle Kimbrough for her work to enhance equity in rural counties by leading various efforts for Alabama citizens. Find out more about her journey.

Kicking off 2022 Black History Makers of Alabama we would like to honor Judge Sybil Cleveland of Huntsville. A native of the state and the epitome of black excellence, Judge Cleveland has served over 20 years as a judge to the city of Huntsville.