On Friday, September 19, 2025, over 400 revelers attended a gala honoring Felecia Lucky for 21 years as the founding CEO/President of the Black Belt Community Foundation.

The BBCF board announced in June, 2025 that Felecia Lucky would be stepping down from her role, effective September 30, 2025. The September 19 gala, held at the Renaissance Hotel & Spa in Montgomery, AL, overflowed with tributes to Ms. Lucky from Community Associates representing the 12 counties served by BBCF, as well as from other sponsors and supporters. She has been a visionary leader and a tireless champion for the Black Belt, securing more than $100 million in support of community generated projects. The BBCF board has selected Christopher Spencer to assume the lead role of the Foundation. Photo shows Felecia Lucky acknowledging past and present BBCF board members at the gala.