Community Foundation of the Ozarks recently announced nominations for the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year, founded by the late Jewell Thompson Schweitzer, to honor a southwest Missouri resident for service that contributes to the betterment of their community are now being accepted.
Community Foundation of the Ozarks shares, Humanitarian nominees should be “an individual who has the courage to take decisive action, the wisdom to face aggressive challenges, and the willingness to sacrifice to affect these causes that have a long-term impact on the betterment of the community.” The award is designed to recognize a living person; posthumous nominations are not accepted.
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According to a news release, an independent committee organized by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce will evaluate the nominations.
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The deadline for nominations is noon, Monday, September 15th, 2025.
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