Impact & Highlights

2025 Impact & Highlights

Consistency in Action - Community at the Center!

2025 marked a year of sustained growth, creative expansion and community investment. Through live performances, media platforms, artist development and wellness-centered programming, MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO, (Founder/CEO of BAY AREA HIP HOP & R&B MUSIC SHOWCASE) continued building spaces that uplift artists while prioritizing healing, visibility and authentic connection.

This year was not only about showing up — it was about consistency, intention and impact.

2025 Key Milestones

Live Performance & Events

• 8 - live artist performance showcases

• 4 - MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO aka DJ Safire White live DJ events

• 5 - MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO in-person live performances

Media & Storytelling

• Created and launched FRISCO’S 1ST LADY PODCAST & TALK SHOW, interviewing 5 artists

• Trained as a radio DJ host and launched FRISCO’S FIRST LADY RADIO on KXSF 102.5FM San Francisco Community Radio

*7 creative's interviewed

*22 radio segments broadcasted

Music Releases

• MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO released 1 collaboration single (Pop Out ft Jmobb)

• MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO released a 3-track EP (Expressions of a Hip Hop Emo)

Artist Development & Community Programs

• Attended 4 in-person artist development workshops

• Created and facilitated 3 self-care mental awareness workshops

• Facilitated 1 artist panel discussion

• Hosted 2 open-lab community rehearsals

• Provided 4 professional artist photoshoots

Recognition, Funding & Features

• Featured in BE SEEN: The Genius and Gaze of Black Creatives (Portrait & Gallery Exhibition)

• Secured grant funding through the African American Art & Culture Complex (AAACC)

• Secured grant funding through the San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC)

• Featured in Bold Journey Magazine

Organizational Growth

• Celebrated 3 years of BAY AREA HIP HOP & R&B MUSIC SHOWCASE

• Graduated Chase Business: Coaching for Impact

• Worked with 51 performing artists, including returning collaborators and newly supported creatives

Time, Labor & Commitment

Behind these accomplishments are countless hours dedicated to brainstorming, planning, pitching, meetings, travel, documentation, production and creative development.

Estimated 2025 Investment:

Approximately 1,500–2,000+ hours of creative labor, leadership and community work — much of it behind the scenes and purpose-driven.

Organizations & Community Partners

The work accomplished in 2025 was made possible through collaboration, shared vision and community support. MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO extends gratitude to the following organizations and partners who contributed to performances, programming, media and creative opportunities:

• Music City San Francisco

• African American Art & Culture Complex (AAACC)

• San Francisco Fashion Week

• KXSF 102.5FM San Francisco Community Radio

• Toy Soldier

• Tio Chilo’s Grill

• DistroKid

• San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC)

• Chase Business: Coaching for Impact

These partnerships reflect a commitment to uplifting Bay Area artists, supporting independent creatives and strengthening community-centered platforms rooted in culture, equity and expression.

Gratitude & Looking Ahead

Deep gratitude to every artist, collaborator, organization, supporter, listener, partner and community member who contributed to 2025 success. This work is rooted in collective effort, shared vision and trust!

As we move into 2026, the focus remains on growth, healing, sustainability and expanding access to creative opportunities for Bay Area artists.

Thank you, 2025. The foundation is set — and the vision continues.

— MS. WHITE 1ST LADY OF FRISCO