This annual gala honors the remarkable individuals and organizations who have shaped the artistic landscape of the Ozarks, celebrating not only outstanding artistic achievements but also the time, passion, and commitment of those who enrich our vibrant arts community.

The Springfield Regional Arts Council has announced the winners of the 40th annual Ozzie Awards ahead of the October 11 event at the Historic Gillioz Theatre.

Winners will be celebrated in four categories, plus the Bucky Bowman Lifetime Achievement winner.

Kat Alliea: Excellence in Arts Education winner

Boys & Girls Club of Springfield: Arts Champion winner

Samuel Knox: Arts Ambassador winner

Molly Healey: Volunteer of the Year winner

David Harrison: Bucky Bowman Lifetime Achievement winner

More than just an event, the Ozzies are an invitation to be part of a legacy, celebrating the transformative power of the arts with style, spectacle, and impact while highlighting creativity’s lasting influence on our lives.