Madison Visionary Awards

Location: Madison, AL, US
EIN: 46-1676220

The Madison Visionary Awards is an annual community-wide event and MVP's signature fundraiser to celebrate and honor outstanding individuals and organizations that contribute to making Madison a thriving community. The inaugural awards were held in 2023, with subsequent annual events in 2025 and 2026.

Award Categories

The awards recognize individuals and organizations in the following categories:

1. Youth Volunteer of the Year

Honors a young individual demonstrating exceptional dedication to volunteer service in the Madison community.

• 2025 Winner: Marcus Butler (extensive volunteer work with multiple community organizations and 150+ hours volunteering at Madison Hospital)

2. Community Volunteer of the Year

Recognizes an adult volunteer whose tireless work and contributions have significantly impacted the Madison community.

• 2025 Winner: Jim Chamberlain (president of Madison Greenways & Trails, conservationist, environmental preservation)

3. Philanthropic Business of the Year / Philanthropic Businessperson of the Year

Honors a business leader or organization demonstrating commitment to community service and philanthropy.

• 2025 Winner: Bill Roark (founder of Starfish Holdings and Torch Technologies, leader of Torch in Action volunteer initiative)

4. Madison Visionary of the Year (Highest Honor)

The pinnacle award recognizing someone with decades of civic involvement and significant contributions to the Madison community.

• 2025 Winner: Marc Jacobson (decades of civic involvement and leadership in volunteerism)

Eligibility

Nominee Requirements:

• Must live and/or work in the City of Madison
• Open to individuals and organizations
• Nominations accepted online only via MVP website

Selection Process

• Finalists selected by outside judges panel
• Finalists featured in Madison Living Magazine
• Winners announced at annual luncheon event

Event Details

• 2025 Event Date: March 27, 2025
• Venue: SportsMed Club at Toyota Stadium (historical)
• Format: Luncheon celebration with recognition ceremony

Community Impact

MVP states this event is a signature fundraiser allowing the organization to "make a bigger impact on the quality of life in the City of Madison." The awards highlight MVP's mission to build a community of volunteers working on projects, events, and programs.

Nomination Process

Nominations are accepted annually through the MVP website.

Nomination Requirements:

• Submitted online via MVP website only
• Nominee must live and/or work in the City of Madison
• Provide complete information about nominee and their volunteer work or philanthropic contributions

Timeline:

• Past nomination deadline: January 20 (inaugural 2023 awards)
• Finalists selected by outside judges panel
• Winners announced at annual luncheon ceremony

For More Information:
Visit the MVP website for complete nomination guidelines and to submit nominations.

Contact: info@mvpmadison.org | 256-384-4358