Presented at the 2024 Alabama Arts Summit,
these awards recognized the achievements of individuals, schools, and organizations committed to enriching their communities through the arts.

 The Alabama Arts Alliance proudly acknowledges individuals, schools, and organizations supporting the arts. We honor advocates biannually at the Alabama Arts Summit, recognizing their lasting impact on our communities. Rewarding changemakers matters to us.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2024 ALABAMA ARTS ALLIANCE AWARD WINNERS!

Outstanding Intermediate Arts Educator Jammie Phillips, McKee Middle School, Montgomery

Outstanding Secondary Arts Educator Jamie Stephenson, Vestavia Hills High School

Outstanding Higher Education Educator Dr. Mary Soylu, Alabama State University, Montgomery

Outstanding Service in Arts Education Karen Anderson, Creative Launchpad, Huntsville

School System of Excellence Florence City Schools

State Legislator Arts Leadership Award Representative Tracy Estes

Impact Award Dr. Gaybrielle Jones Mason, Birmingham City Schools

Makinga Difference Award Debra Rust, Hoover

Inclusion Award Kristy Meanor, Wetumpka Depot Players

Legacy Award Mary Settle Cooney

Award recipients were recognized March 14, 2024 in 
Birmingham at a special reception at Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus