The Phi Pi Omega Chapter was chartered in Coweta and Fayette counties

in June 2000. Over the past several years, they have initiated several

successful community service projects, including voter registration drives,

the October coat drive for children in need, the Women's Health

Initiative, donations of supplies to schools and nursing homes, and providing

college scholarships to teens in the community. In an effort to highlight

public service in Coweta and Fayette Counties, the Phi Pi Omega Chapter

annually presents awards to outstanding citizens in the community that

promote scholarship and service in the local area.

"Receiving such an honor from an organization comprised predominately

of African-American women tells me that I am doing a good job when it

comes to promoting fairness and looking out for the needs of all citizens

in my community," Brown said upon receiving the award. "I am

extremely impressed with the women in this organization and the value

of the community service that they provide."

The other recipient of a Political Action Award was Newnan Councilwoman

Cynthia Jenkins, the first African-American woman to hold a seat on the

Newnan City Council. She is founder and CEO of G3 Communities, Inc.,

a local faith-based nonprofit community development corporation. Under

her leadership, G3 Communities successfully produces the Annual David

Fest, which brings together several churches, organizations, and business

sponsors to provide a health fair, college recruitment opportunities,

food, and live music.

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