The 2025 Achievement Awards and Youth Empowerment Breakfast
“Rooting in Purpose, Rising in Promise:
40 Years of Impact”
Proudly presented by The Indianapolis Professional Association in partnership with IU Indianapolis
Keynote Speaker: Atty. Katie Jackson-Lindsay, founder of Jackson Legal Services PC, practicing criminal defense
Saturday, June 14, 2025,
9 am–12 noon
IU Indianapolis, Hine Hall/University Center
875 W. North Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Purchase advance online tickets below
This inspiring event honors top graduating seniors from Marion County through the Achievement Awards, while the Youth Empowerment segment recognizes the remarkable efforts of youth, adults, and organizations working to uplift and support young people in our community.
Celebrate 40 years of impact with IPA as we showcase the strength, talent, and promise of Indianapolis youth. Enjoy live entertainment, exciting raffle prizes, and a special catered breakfast as we come together to shine a light on the positive forces shaping our future.
Don’t miss this uplifting morning of celebration, community, and empowerment.
2025 Registration and tickets
First, click here to register online:
Then, pay for your tickets securely with CashApp or PayPal
Adults: $25 in advance / $30 at the door
Youth: (under 18): $15 in advance / $20 at the door
Table sponsorship: $600 (Includes table of 8 seats with program mention)
Financial sponsorship: $1500 and above (Includes table of 8 seats and name acknowledged on program and web page)
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Past Youth Empowerment Events
The 2024 Achievement Awards and Youth Empowerment Breakfast
Ready, Set…Dream
Presented by The Indianapolis Professional Association
Keynote Speaker: Emil Ekiyor, President and CEO of Innopower Indy
May 18, 2024
9:00–11:30 am
The Jewel Center
3333 N. Illinois St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Please register and purchase tickets below.
2024 Registration and tickets
First, click here to register online:
Then, pay for your tickets securely with CashApp or PayPal
Adults: $25
Youth (under 18): $15
Send to $ipa2022
The 2023 Achievement Awards and Youth Empowerment Breakfast
Sustaining Our Community Through History, Education, and Service
Presented by The Indianapolis Professional Association
Since 1987, the Achievement Awards Program has honored local African-American scholars with a $500 book award to assist them as they begin their college educations. While the event was initially started to highlight those who had qualified in the National Merit or National Achievement Programs, it has been extended to include the top graduating African-American students in Marion County. This program has been combined with the Youth Empowerment Breakfast since 2016. The Youth Empowerment Breakfast recognizes local organizations, adults, and youth who have excelled in service to the young people of the community. Graduates who have overcome challenging circumstances are also included in the Youth Empowerment Program and are provided a book award of $500 as well.
Keynote Speaker: Eunice Trotter, Director of Black Heritage Preservation Program, Indiana Landmarks
May 20, 2023
9:00–11:00 am
The Jewel Center
3333 N. Illinois St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
The 2022 Achievement Awards and Youth Empowerment Breakfast
Presented by The Indianapolis Professional Association
Since 1987, the Achievement Awards Program has honored local African-American scholars with a $500 book award to assist them as they begin their college educations. While the event was initially started to highlight those who had qualified in the National Merit or National Achievement Programs, it has been extended to include the top graduating African-American students in Marion County. This program has been combined with the Youth Empowerment Breakfast since 2016. The Youth Empowerment Breakfast recognizes local organizations, adults, and youth who have excelled in service to the young people of the community. Graduates who have overcome challenging circumstances are also included in the Youth Empowerment Program and are provided a book award of $500 as well.
Keynote Speaker: State Representative Gregory W. Porter
June 18, 2022, 9–11am
The Indiana Interchurch Center
1100 W. 42nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
