2026 Social Impact Awards Banquet

The 2026 Social Impact Awards celebrate individuals whose work uplifts marginalized communities, advances justice, and reflects the power of faith-rooted partnership. This gathering brings together faith leaders, civic partners, and neighbors who believe meaningful change happens when we work together.

• Valerie Bowman-English
• Lawrence Monger, M.D.
• Mike Deetsch

Attendees will share a meal, celebrate the accomplishments of our 2026 honorees, and reflect on the work ahead as we continue building a more just and compassionate community. Your presence helps uplift and amplify the efforts of leaders making a transformational impact in our local post-industrial context.

Dinner will begin at 5pm, with entertainment featuring Mike Williams on Sax. The program will begin at 6pm.

Area Office of Aging of Northwest Ohio

Lucas County Children's Services

Mental Health & Recovery Services Board of Lucas County

Center of Hope Family Services

St. Michael's in the Hills Episcopal Church

SSOE

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz

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Host or Publisher Rev. Donald L. Perryman, PhD