This inspiring event brings together dreamers, doers, and believers for an afternoon of storytelling, connection, and purpose. Together, we’ll honor the visionary leaders who give forward every day, those who pour into others and believe in the next generation.

It’s Giving Brunch is more than a celebration; it’s part of a movement where creativity meets community and purpose meets power.
The brunch celebrates visionary leaders who embody the spirit of “It’s Giving ______ — If I Don’t, Who Will?”

This year’s honorees include:

Kelly Ifill, Founder and CEO of Guava, is advancing economic equity by equipping Black entrepreneurs with the community, capital, and connections they need to thrive. A Brooklyn native and Columbia MBA, Kelly teaches social entrepreneurship at Columbia Business School and champions entrepreneurship as a pathway to ownership, mobility, and long-term equity.

We’re also proud to recognize Johannah Rogers, Global Brand Director at Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, as a 2025 Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow Honoree at this year’s It’s Giving Brunch. Johannah has shaped some of the world’s most iconic brands across Diageo, Campbell Soup Company, PepsiCo, and the NBA, leading culture-forward innovation and strategy. Her award-winning work includes the 50th anniversary of Andy Warhol’s 32 Campbell’s Soup Cans, which generated more than 137 million media impressions. We’re honored to celebrate her leadership, impact, and commitment to purposeful, culturally grounded brand building.

We are equally proud to honor Rhoda Jules, a pillar of the Brooklyn community whose 30+ year career blends musical leadership, technical excellence, and deep service. As a celebrated Choir Director and Minister of Music, she has trained and directed hundreds of singers across generations, produced major concerts and worship experiences, and built musical programs that have strengthened spiritual life and community connection throughout Brooklyn and beyond. Alongside her artistic influence, Rhoda has built a distinguished professional career in information technology, driving operational excellence at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and shaping mission-critical systems at Northwell Health, supporting thousands of clinicians and patients through her expertise. Her legacy reflects a rare combination of creativity, leadership, and enterprise-level impact, and we look forward to celebrating her remarkable contributions at this year’s It’s Giving Brunch.

We are equally proud to honor Teacher Tiffany Rocke, an 18+ year educator whose work has transformed the lives and mindsets of young people across charter and public schools. Grounded in the belief that success begins with a student’s mindset, Tiffany empowers students, especially children of color, to rise above limiting narratives, embrace their agency, and recognize that knowledge is available to anyone willing to reach for it. Her classroom blends academic rigor with character-building, fostering resilience, integrity, curiosity, and perseverance. The impact of her mentorship can be seen in former students now thriving at major universities, serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, competing as collegiate athletes, and contributing meaningfully to their communities. We are honored to celebrate her at this year’s It’s Giving Brunch.

Join us for It’s Giving Brunch, a celebration of generosity, creativity, and community on Sunday, November 30th, 2025, at 1 pm EST

It’s both a fundraising experience and a community celebration, inspiring guests to lead with generosity and purpose.
All proceeds benefit EOT’s Youthpreneur Incubator Scholarships, EOT University Grants, and the EOT Labs Fund, supporting young Black, Brown, and immigrant entrepreneurs and professionals as they dream bigger, build boldly, and lead change.

Talking About Youthpreneurs...

After we celebrate our honorees on Sunday, the celebration continues at Pitch For Ya Life (PFYL), on Giving Tuesday, Dec 2, 2025, our 5th Anniversary Gala, celebrating five years of youth innovation, storytelling, and entrepreneurship. Secure your ticket before we sell out: givebutter.com/pfyl25

About EOT

Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow (EOT) teaches at-promise Black, Brown, and Immigrant youth how to solve problems through entrepreneurship and innovation.

Through programs like the Youthpreneur Incubator and Pitch For Ya Life, and internships through EOT University, the organization has already helped students collectively generate over $214,000 in business revenue and also land great roles after college, proving what’s possible when opportunity meets belief.

📲 Follow us on Instagram @eotomorrow & visit our website eotworld.org to stay inspired and see the movement in action.

It’s Giving Brunch — Presented by Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow

A Celebration of Generosity, Creativity & Community

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