The Grio Awards consist of ten award categories. The Grio Includes Business, Health, Education, Science & the Environment, Science & the Environment, Media, Pop Culture, Arts & Culture, Service & Activism, Politics, and Sports.

The special's musical director was Greg Phillinganes, and DJ Kiss acted as the D.J. and announcer. It also included a duet by Tyrese and Yolanda Adams.

Co-produced by Allen Media Group and Backhand Productions, "Byron Allen Presents The Grio Awards" is a television program. Executive producers include Allen, Carolyn Folks, Jennifer Lucas, Jeff Atlas, and Michelle Willrich.

Ten winners are chosen from each area. Winners must demonstrate a significant impact on all of America to be included on the Grio 100 list, and their work must still be ongoing.

TheGrio.com's editorial staff makes the ultimate awards decision after conferring with contributors and subject-matter experts. Every year, the top 100 are altered.

The Byron Allen presents The Grio Awards honor outstanding achievements in the fields of film, music, comedy, television, sports, philanthropy, business, fashion, social justice, environmental justice, and education, as well as the icons and trailblazers who have made significant contributions to American culture.

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