Donor Appreciation Invite: Daily Citizen Distinguished Citizen Awards 2026

As a member of our Chairman's Circle, President's Circle or News Leadership Circle, we invite you to join us for the 3rd annual Springfield Daily Citizen Distinguished Citizen Awards Reception. We will gather on the 2nd floor Gallery at the Gillioz Theatre to honor outstanding individuals and organizations making a positive impact in our community. The event will honor:

• Distinguished Public Service Award — Annie Busch, retired director, Springfield-Greene County Library District
• Catalyst for Good Award (Individual) — Lisa Farmer, retired executive director, Harmony House
• Catalyst for Good Award (Nonprofit organization) — Gillioz Center for Arts & Entertainment
• Citizen of the Year chosen from nominations by readers — to be named in mid-April
• Emerging Leader Award chosen from nominations by nonprofit organizations — to be named in mid-April

Don't miss out on this opportunity to show your support and appreciation for those who go above and beyond. See you there!

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