The John F. Kennedy Awards celebrate Oklahomans whose philanthropy has served the community in impactful ways. This year’s honorees are local journalist Ali Meyer, the Trae Young Family Foundation, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt and Marilyn Luper Hildreth, daughter of civil rights pioneer Clara Luper, who will receive the Mark Ruffin Lifetime Achievement Award.

Proceeds from the gala support the Santa Fe Family Life Center in its mission to provide community through inclusive and accessible programs for individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and under-resourced youth.