Richard Gadson Honored with Big Brothers Big Sisters “Little Achievement Award”

PHILADELPHIA – NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Richard Gadson was honored Tuesday night by Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence with the organization’s Little Achievement Award, recognizing his professional accomplishments, leadership and continued commitment to mentorship and giving back.

The award was presented during BBBS Independence’s “Celebrating 110 Years” fundraising event at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. The Little Achievement Award honors a former “Little” who has gone on to be successful while embodying the core Big Brothers Big Sisters values of access, belonging, opportunity and equity.

For Gadson, the recognition carries special meaning, the Independence chapter is where he was matched with his Big Brother, Jason Peck, as a child. Peck joined him at the event as his guest.

“When I found out I was receiving this award I was shocked,” said Gadson. “I figured there were doctors and lawyers, people I view as more successful than me, who’d be nominated. I didn’t always see myself as a role model because of the road I traveled to get to where I am now. I’m still pretty humble to the fact that other people see what I’ve done as impactful enough for something like this. I’m just grateful and appreciative.” Continue reading →