Celebrate Our Past Winners!
Join us in honoring the past winners of the Freedom Awards Gala, who have made outstanding contributions to gospel music, community leadership, and advocacy. Explore their remarkable achievements and be inspired by their dedication and impact. Celebrate their legacy and continue to support those who uplift and inspire through their exceptional work.
2025 Winners
Denise Parnell & ARCare – Wynne, AR
Medical/Health Care Service Of The Year
Era Bankston – Wynne, AR
Female Vocalist Of The Year
Connect Point Church – Pastor Allen Calvert
Church Of The Year
Cedric Williams State Farm Insurance – Forrest City, AR
Business Of The Year
John Wilson - Forrest City, AR
Male Vocalist Of The Year
Spring Grove MB Church – Haynes, AR
Church Choir Of The Year
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity -Iota Tau Sigma Chapter – FC
Organization Of The Year
Antwon Meabon-Marrs – Wynne, AR
Community Leader Of The Year
Breathe Of Life Christian Center – Forrest City, AR
Community Choir/Praise Team Of The Year
Felicia Phillips & The Supreme Angels – Forrest City, AR
Quartet Group Of The Year
United Christian Church – Forrest City, AR
Youth/Young Adult Choir/Department Of The Year
2024 Winners
DaVita Dialysis-Forrest City, AR
Medical Service Of The Year
FC Alumnae Chapter Of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Organization Of The Year
Angela Carter - Forrest City, AR
Radio Announcer Of The Year
Silver Lining Senior Care- Forrest City, AR
Health Care Service Of The Year
The Gospel Writers - Jonesboro, AR
Quartet Group Of The Year
Mrs. Jackie White - Forrest City, AR
Community Leader Of The Year
Theresa Manning State Farm Insurance
Business Of The Year
Jana Calvert - Forrest City, AR
Female Vocalist Of The Year
Kylan Cunningham - Forrest City, AR
Youth/Young Adult Vocalist Of The Year
Sizzlin Skillet Restaurant - West Memphis, AR
Restaurant Of The Year
David Carr - Wynne, AR
Male Vocalist Of The Year
2023 Winners
Coach Marshal James
2023 Honorees
Ms. DeShay Hollis
2023 Honorees
Ms. Abbie Robinson
2023 Honorees
Judge Kathie Hess
2023 Honorees
Mrs. Robyn Jayroe
2023 Honorees
Mrs. Sandra Taylor
2023 Honorees
Mr. Donald Williams Sr.
2023 Honorees
Silver Lining Senior Care
Health Care/Medical Service Of The Year
Forrest City, AR
Theresa Manning State Farm Insurance
Business Of The Year
Forrest City, AR
Miles J. Kimble Mortuary & Cremation
Funeral Home Of The Year
Forrest City, AR
C & D Southern Kitchen
Restaurant Of The Year
Forrest City, AR
FC Alumane Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta
Organization Of The Year
Forrest City, AR
The Gospel Writers
Quartet Group Of The Year
Jonesboro, AR
Felicia Phillips-Golatt
Female Vocalist Of The Year
Forrest City, AR
Willie Moore Jr.
Male Vocalist Of The Year
Brinkley, AR
Alex Clinton
Youth/Young Adult Vocalist Of The Year
Marianna, AR
Antwon Marrs
Community Leader Of The Year
Wynne, AR