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Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award

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Overview

Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award

Overview: The Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to Chattanooga's arts and cultural community.

Named After: Ruth Holmberg (1921–2017), philanthropist who had lasting influence on Chattanooga's arts, civil rights, and education

Geographic Scope: Chattanooga and Hamilton County, Tennessee

Purpose: Celebrate leaders in arts and culture who embody Ruth Holmberg's spirit by using creativity to empower and uplift the community

Award Recognition: Recipients are announced and honored; 2025 recipients included Frances McDonald (Mark Making founder) and John Beder (Emmy-nominated filmmaker)

Focus Areas:

  • Significant contributions to arts and cultural community

  • Use of creativity for social justice and community empowerment

  • Arts as tools for change

  • Equity and access in arts
  • Sponsor: Sponsored exclusively by EPB

    Presentation: Awards presented in early December

    Contact: ArtsBuild

    Board Leadership: Award overseen by ArtsBuild Board President Quincy Jenkins

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    artssocial-justice

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