2025-2026 Precious Pearl Debutante
Zuri Gonzalez
Presented by the Boston Pearl Foundation Inc.
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Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
To Family and Friends,
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I am thrilled to share that I have been selected to participate in the 2023-2024 Precious Pearls Debutante Program, organized by the Boston Pearl Foundation, Incorporated, and the Psi Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. This program aims to develop civic and cultural awareness, etiquette and social graces, financial literacy, health and fitness, higher education planning, and community service over six months. After completing the program, I will be honored for my achievements and presented to the Boston Society at a formal ball on June 1, 2024
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My favorite quote is “Copy and Paste.”
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Please take a few minutes to learn more about me and why I have been selected for the 2023-2024 Precious Pearls Debutante program. If you are interested in supporting me, you can choose the sponsorship level through the link below. I am grateful for your support and excited to share this special milestone with you and my family.
Thank you for considering sponsoring me.
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Warm regards,
Debutante Alana Marie Rasmussen
To Family and Friends,
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I am thrilled to share that I have been selected to participate in the 2025-2026 Precious Pearls Debutante Program, organized by the Boston Pearl Foundation, Incorporated, and the Psi Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. This program aims to develop civic and cultural awareness, etiquette and social graces, financial literacy, health and fitness, higher education planning, and community service over six months. After completing the program, I will be honored for my achievements and presented to the Boston Society at a formal ball on June 6, 2026.
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My favorite quote is “Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional.” by Haruki Murakami.
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Please take a few minutes to learn more about me and why I have been selected for the 2025-2026 Precious Pearls Debutante program. If you are interested in supporting me, you can choose the sponsorship level through the button below. I am grateful for your support and excited to share this special milestone with you and my family.
Thank you for considering sponsoring me.
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Warm regards,
Debutante Zuri Gonzalez
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About Me
Grade: 12th
School: Concord Academy
Parent(s)/Guardian: Ayana and Frankie Gonzalez
Extracurricular Activities
I play Volleyball and Track and Field, I sing in an a capella group, and I was elected co-head of the Women of Color Association at my high school.​
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Community Service:
I volunteer at my local Boys and Girls club, and serve as a volunteer coach for the Boston United Track and Field Club in Roxbury on the weekends.
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Anticipated College /Course of Study:
I have been accepted at Oberlin College in Ohio where I hope to study Environmental Sciences and Entomology.
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Career Aspirations
I am not sure what career I want to pursue after college, but I hope to advance environmental justice for disadvantaged communities.
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Favorite Quote/Scripture/ Author:
“Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional.” - Haruki Murakami
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What do you like to do for fun?
For fun, I like to read Chloe Walsh novels, run, take late night drives with my sister, and play Just Dance with my friends.
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