POS' founder, Darrell K. Sims, pondered the thought of organizing another diverse organization for professionally oriented people in the
City of New Orleans. He foresaw an organization that would provide support for its members, as well as an opportunity to provide needed
services to the community. He also envisioned an organization that would provide an annual Mardi Gras ball as one of the activities that
would enable the members and their family and friends to share fellowship. After discussions with several friends and colleagues, he
developed a list of possible members and began contacting them.On June 4, 2000, the organization named People Of Substance (POS)
became a reality. The organization's motto is "Moving towards a POSitive future and making a difference with substance" and their theme
song is "Ain't No Stopping Us Now, We Are on the Move". POS adopted the colors of platinum, royal blue and white as the organization's
colors. POS is a diverse group of positive people who work together to provide helping hands in the New Orleans Metropolitan area with
pride and a positive twist.
City of New Orleans. He foresaw an organization that would provide support for its members, as well as an opportunity to provide needed
services to the community. He also envisioned an organization that would provide an annual Mardi Gras ball as one of the activities that
would enable the members and their family and friends to share fellowship. After discussions with several friends and colleagues, he
developed a list of possible members and began contacting them.On June 4, 2000, the organization named People Of Substance (POS)
became a reality. The organization's motto is "Moving towards a POSitive future and making a difference with substance" and their theme
song is "Ain't No Stopping Us Now, We Are on the Move". POS adopted the colors of platinum, royal blue and white as the organization's
colors. POS is a diverse group of positive people who work together to provide helping hands in the New Orleans Metropolitan area with
pride and a positive twist.
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During June, 2008, the POS' Executive Committee approved a 2,500 square foot building located at 1436 North Villere Street in New
Orleans to serve as the official headquarters for People of Substance, Inc. After moderate renovations, the building serves as the
perfect venue for their meetings, outreach programs, and small social gatherings.
On April 19, 2008, the members of People of Substance co-sponsored a historic event where we became part of history. We stood
united as a "Nation For Change" in support of Barack Obama. Through this nationwide political rally we helped to empower the citizens
of New Orleans to stand up for change and elect our Nations first Black President.
When the great city of New Orleans was hit hard by Hurricane Katrina, so was POS. But, like most true New Orleanians, the members of
People of Substance were able to pick themselves up and join their neighbors to be part of the "Rebirth Process". Nine months after the
storm, the members of People of Substance were able conduct their first regular monthly meeting at Olivers Restaurant in the French
Quarter. A new outlook and philosophy emerged which enabled them to truly strive for unity and excellence..
The members of People of Substance, Inc. formed an outreach program that gives members of this organization an opportunity to
support their favorite candidates running for political office. On Saturday, September 28, 2002, POS members supported their first
political candidate, Marie A. Bookman, who was running for Judge of Municipal Court. On this day POS members canvassed
neighborhoods to share Ms. Bookman's political platform. Then on Wednesday, October 2, 2002, POS sponsored a meet and greet
social for Ms. Bookman, which provided POS' family and friends with a chance to hear the political views of this candidate.
On Sunday, January 20, 2002, POS awarded their first scholarship to a smart and talented young lady who had idealistic views of
changing her small part of the world in which she lived. She was attending Southern University at New Orleans and pursuing a BS
degree.
On Sunday, September 9, 2001, POS members, their families and friends set sail on the high seas to visit three islands in the Western
Caribbean. This seven day cruise aboard Carnival Cruise Lines, "M/S Inspiration", marked the first of many annual cruises.
Commemoration of the completion of People Of Substance's first year for was marked with their premier anniversary picnic. This festive
occasion was held on July 14, 2001, along the river bank of the mighty Mississippi River.
The State of Louisiana officially incorporated People Of Substance as a non-profit organization on May 15, 2001.
The members of People Of Substance conducted their first tutoring session on Saturday, April 4, 2001, at Robert R. Moton Elementary
School. POS members worked with the staff and students to help increase the 4th graders skill level so they could pass the LEAP test.
On Saturday, March 10, 2001, the members of People Of Substance reached out to two elderly ladies (eight-nine and ninety-four year
old) who were born and raised in the City of New Orleans and who has managed to out live all of their living relatives. The members of
POS spent this day running errands and cleaning the homes of these fascinating ladies. Then after the work was done they broke bread
together and spent some time getting to know each other. This delightful day marked the start of POS' Senior Citizen Outreach Program.
In Chalmette, Louisiana, on Sunday, January 14, 2001, People Of Substance held its premier Mardi Gras Extravaganza Ball featuring
the world renowned writer, E. Lynn Harris, as their toastmaster. This spectacular event was an "evening of celebration honoring New
Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes".
POS' Webmaster, debuted the organizations website on December 1, 2000. The website contains information about the organization
and the wonderful things POS is accomplishing.
Orleans to serve as the official headquarters for People of Substance, Inc. After moderate renovations, the building serves as the
perfect venue for their meetings, outreach programs, and small social gatherings.
On April 19, 2008, the members of People of Substance co-sponsored a historic event where we became part of history. We stood
united as a "Nation For Change" in support of Barack Obama. Through this nationwide political rally we helped to empower the citizens
of New Orleans to stand up for change and elect our Nations first Black President.
When the great city of New Orleans was hit hard by Hurricane Katrina, so was POS. But, like most true New Orleanians, the members of
People of Substance were able to pick themselves up and join their neighbors to be part of the "Rebirth Process". Nine months after the
storm, the members of People of Substance were able conduct their first regular monthly meeting at Olivers Restaurant in the French
Quarter. A new outlook and philosophy emerged which enabled them to truly strive for unity and excellence..
The members of People of Substance, Inc. formed an outreach program that gives members of this organization an opportunity to
support their favorite candidates running for political office. On Saturday, September 28, 2002, POS members supported their first
political candidate, Marie A. Bookman, who was running for Judge of Municipal Court. On this day POS members canvassed
neighborhoods to share Ms. Bookman's political platform. Then on Wednesday, October 2, 2002, POS sponsored a meet and greet
social for Ms. Bookman, which provided POS' family and friends with a chance to hear the political views of this candidate.
On Sunday, January 20, 2002, POS awarded their first scholarship to a smart and talented young lady who had idealistic views of
changing her small part of the world in which she lived. She was attending Southern University at New Orleans and pursuing a BS
degree.
On Sunday, September 9, 2001, POS members, their families and friends set sail on the high seas to visit three islands in the Western
Caribbean. This seven day cruise aboard Carnival Cruise Lines, "M/S Inspiration", marked the first of many annual cruises.
Commemoration of the completion of People Of Substance's first year for was marked with their premier anniversary picnic. This festive
occasion was held on July 14, 2001, along the river bank of the mighty Mississippi River.
The State of Louisiana officially incorporated People Of Substance as a non-profit organization on May 15, 2001.
The members of People Of Substance conducted their first tutoring session on Saturday, April 4, 2001, at Robert R. Moton Elementary
School. POS members worked with the staff and students to help increase the 4th graders skill level so they could pass the LEAP test.
On Saturday, March 10, 2001, the members of People Of Substance reached out to two elderly ladies (eight-nine and ninety-four year
old) who were born and raised in the City of New Orleans and who has managed to out live all of their living relatives. The members of
POS spent this day running errands and cleaning the homes of these fascinating ladies. Then after the work was done they broke bread
together and spent some time getting to know each other. This delightful day marked the start of POS' Senior Citizen Outreach Program.
In Chalmette, Louisiana, on Sunday, January 14, 2001, People Of Substance held its premier Mardi Gras Extravaganza Ball featuring
the world renowned writer, E. Lynn Harris, as their toastmaster. This spectacular event was an "evening of celebration honoring New
Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes".
POS' Webmaster, debuted the organizations website on December 1, 2000. The website contains information about the organization
and the wonderful things POS is accomplishing.