Honoring Mississippi’s Outstanding Volunteers: The 2025 Goodwill Salute

Goodwill Industries of Mississippi and Goodwill Industries Volunteer Services (GIVS) are proud to present the 2025 Honorees of the 39th Annual Goodwill Salute, a celebration of individuals who give generously of their time and talents to support Mississippi communities.

Each of this year’s honorees has made a lasting impact through their service by supporting schools, nonprofits, churches, civic organizations, and other causes that uplift their communities.

The 2025 Goodwill Honorees are:

• Barbie Bassett

• Elizabeth M. Boone

• Myriam Harris

• Terrance Hill

• Mallory Hemphill

• Brad Martin

• Kathy Hammack Ozborn

• Tiffany Parrish

• Kathy Smith

The 2025 Youth Honorees are:

• Eli Adams

• Knighten Bridges

• Morgan Cheatham

• Crystal Gao

• Shelby Grant

These individuals are community leaders who inspire through their actions and set an example for others to follow.

The celebration will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Country Club of Jackson:

• Reception: 6:30 PM

• Dinner: 7:15 PM

• Presentation of Honorees: 8:00 PM

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Support this evening of recognition by becoming a sponsor. A variety of sponsorship levels are available and include recognition in printed materials and reserved seating.

📞 To learn more or reserve your table, call 601.953.2569, email jspears@goodwillms.org, or click here to access the sponsorship form.