May 19, 2011: Author, TV host, and Premiere Radio Networks personality Steve Harvey will host the 2011 Ford Hoodie Awards, recognizing the contributions of outstanding schools, churches, businesses, and community leaders, on August 11 in Las Vegas. Harvey and producing partner Rushion McDonald established the awards in 2001, and Ford Motor Co. is now the presenting sponsor.
Awards will go to the Best High School, Best High School Teacher, Best Church, Best Church Choir, Best Soul Food, Best Barbecue, Best Fried Chicken, Best Car Wash/Detail Shop, Best Beauty Salon, Best Nail Salon, Best Barber Shop, and Best Community Leader. Nominations open May 23 and run through June 8, and voting will run June 27-July 13, with nominations and voting in one category per day.
Harvey said, "In tough times and even in good times, it can be difficult for independent businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive, and these individuals continue to be beloved in their community for everything
they do teaching the kids, inspiring their congregations, and enriching the neighborhood with their hard work and expert service."
He continued, "I am blown away and humbled by the throngs of men and women who come to enjoy Vegas and support each other at the Hoodies every year, and I am grateful for the supporters, celebrities and performers who help make these celebrations unforgettable and cheer on everyone's special accomplishments."
This year's awards show will feature performances by Kirk Franklin, Kem, Jill Scott, and more, and Kevin Hart will host the VIP After Party with DJ Kid Capri. The four-day Hoodies Weekend, August 11-14, is also set to feature a Ladies Gambling Party hosted by Shirley Strawberry and Carla Ferrell and the State Farm Singing Hoodie Finals, hosted by Cedric the Entertainer and featuring Eric Benet. The weekend will wind up with the Steve Harvey Foundation Charity Golf Tournament and Hoodie Awards Charity Beach Party on August 14.
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