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Best Friends in the News
Alma Powell Remembered for Her Impact on Best Friends Foundation.
The Alexandria Times recently honored the life and legacy of Alma Powell, highlighting her early leadership and lasting contributions to Best Friends Foundation.
As one of the first board members in 1987, Mrs. Powell played a meaningful role in supporting the foundation’s mission to provide positive peer groups for adolescent girls and to promote academic excellence, leadership, and strong character development.
Throughout the years, she actively participated in foundation events and initiatives, offering guidance, encouragement, and unwavering support. Alongside her husband, Colin Powell, she also made a significant financial contribution to help strengthen and expand the organization’s work.
Her commitment to empowering young women and strengthening communities remains part of the foundation’s enduring legacy.
Best Friends Foundation featured on PGCTV News
Best Friends Foundation Featured in Washingtonian
Best Friends Foundation was featured in Washingtonian in its social events roundup, “Dan About Town: The Best of Bashes, Balls, and Benefits.”
The feature highlighted the foundation’s event among notable philanthropic gatherings in Washington, D.C., and included Elayne Bennett, founder of Best Friends Foundation.
The coverage reflects the foundation’s active presence within the region’s philanthropic community and its continued commitment to empowering youth.
Elayne Bennett of the Best Friends Foundation with Catheryn Clune.
Senator Ted Cruz, Ellen Conley, KLK Communications’ Kara Krause, Institute of World Politics president Aldona WoÅ›, and Senator Thom Tillis.
Elayne Bennett Appears on Fox News
Elayne Bennett appeared on The Story with Martha MacCallum on Fox News (May 31, 2018), contributing to a national conversation on issues impacting young women and families.
Her appearance reflects the foundation’s leadership voice in discussions surrounding education, character development, and youth empowerment.
🎧 Listen to the interview below.
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