Elevating Together

A Celebration of Youth, Legacy & Leadership

Honoring 113 Years of Expanding Opportunity in Our Community

Join civic leaders, corporate partners, and community champions for an elevated evening of recognition, storytelling, and live performance as we honor the individuals and institutions whose leadership continues to expand opportunity across Springfield. Together, we will celebrate 113 years of impact and gather with purpose to invest in the programs that strengthen youth, families, and seniors throughout our community.

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Honoring Leaders Who Elevate Our Community

2026 Community Builder Award Honorees

Dr. Sonia Dinnall
Superintendent, Springfield Public Schools

Bob Bolduc
Founder, The Hope Center for Performing Arts

Kashawn Sanders and Tyronne Williams
Co-Founders, Follow My Steps Foundation

Legacy Award Honoree

St. John’s Congregational Church
Pastor Reverend Dr. Dayhige M. Wright

These remarkable leaders embody the Urban League of Springfield’s mission of strengthening communities through leadership, service, and opportunity.

An Evening of Music, Story, and Celebration

Guests will enjoy an inspiring program featuring live music and performances that set the tone for an evening of celebration, reflection, and community pride.

The evening will be guided by Mistress of Ceremonies and spoken word artist Lynnette Johnson, whose powerful voice will help bring the impact of the Urban League’s work to life.

A cocktail reception featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres will begin the evening before guests transition into the theater for the program.

113 Years of Community Impact

For more than a century, the Urban League of Springfield has expanded access to opportunity through programs that support youth, families, and seniors.

Each year this work reaches thousands across our region through:

Leadership development at Camp Atwater
College readiness through Project Ready
Scholarships for emerging scholars
Mentorship through the Foster Grandparents program
Health screenings for community residents
Food distribution for families facing food insecurity
Technology training through the Digital Learning Lab

Your support helps ensure this work continues for generations to come.

Support the Mission

By attending, sponsoring, or making a contribution, you are investing in programs that empower individuals, strengthen families, and expand opportunity across our community.

Elevating Together: A Celebration of Youth, Legacy & Leadership

Supporting 113 years of opportunity through the Urban League of Springfield.

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