William P. Simmons Art Scholarship Community Foundation of Central Georgia Aug 2022 The William P. Simmons Art Scholarship fund was established at CFCG to recognize and develop the artistic skills and talents of Georgians by awarding scholarships to art students at Wesleyan College or Mercer University in Macon, Ga. Primary emphasis is given to artists who are in their junior or senior year or in graduate school who are studying painting, drawing or other visual arts. Applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at Wesleyan College or Mercer University… Show more The William P. Simmons Art Scholarship fund was established at CFCG to recognize and develop the artistic skills and talents of Georgians by awarding scholarships to art students at Wesleyan College or Mercer University in Macon, Ga. Primary emphasis is given to artists who are in their junior or senior year or in graduate school who are studying painting, drawing or other visual arts. Applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at Wesleyan College or Mercer University and must be pursuing a degree in art. In addition, applicants must be referred by the art departments at their respective colleges.Richards, a rising senior at Wesleyan College, is a studio art major who prefers to work in the mediums of painting and photography. Herrold is a rising senior at Mercer double-majoring in art and religion. Both recipients see a future centered around art as a career and passion.As part of her questionnaire completed on her application, Richards noted that she hopes to continue “to use art as a way to engage and support the community.”“I hope to be able to merge my experience working in philanthropy with my experience as an artist and work for an arts organization,” continued Richards. “I am really passionate about supporting artists and engaging more people in art and would love to create programs that help to grow arts and culture.” Show less

Downtown Ambassador NewTown Macon Oct 2021 Each year, NewTown recognizes businesses, organizations, and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional passion and commitment to the revitalization of downtown Macon. The Downtown Ambassador Award goes to an individual or organization acting as a representative or promoter of downtown. The nominee may encourage the community to visit, live, shop, or recreate downtown. The nominee would be characterized as a positive force for downtown.