Award Categories: 

• Rising Ensemble Award
  Honoring an outstanding youth organization whose members work together to inspire change, support others, and strengthen our community.
• The Spotlight Award
  Celebrating a senior whose lifelong contributions, volunteerism, and community spirit continue to inspire those around them.
• Director’s Vision Award
  Recognizing an outstanding educator who goes above and beyond to motivate, encourage, and shape future generations.
• Backstage Champion Award
  Honoring a business whose generosity, civic involvement, and dedication help strengthen and enrich the community.
• The Defying Gravity Award 
  Honoring an individual in healthcare who goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care, comfort, and support to the community.
• Set the Stage Award
  Presented to an individual, group, or organization dedicated to community beautification through projects, initiatives, or ongoing stewardship. 
• Emerging Star Award
  Recognizing a rising young leader who motivates others through action, integrity, and community involvement.
• Center Stage Award
  Honoring a hometown hero who consistently goes above and beyond to help others and improve the lives of those around them.
• Creative Spotlight Award
  Honoring those who use the arts to inspire, connect, and strengthen our community.
• Guiding Light Award
  Recognizing a dedicated mentor or coach who makes a lasting difference through support, wisdom, and positive influence.