For the last 21 years, the SXSW Community Service Awards have honored six individuals and six organizations for their dedication to creating positive and lasting change in their communities. In light of their exceptional commitment to community service – these honorees will be awarded grants totaling $60,000 in addition to complimentary SXSW registrations in recognition of their exemplary efforts.
“The SXSW Community Service Awards honorees are creating a better and brighter future by improving the lives of underserved voices across the globe,” said Chief Brand Officer Jann Baskett. “We’re privileged to present them with grants to continue their work, and look forward to hosting them at SXSW this March.”
The Individual Awards recognize the difference one person can make in a community, while the Organization Awards honor groups that benefit the various communities SXSW serves. The Awards were created in 1999 to celebrate the life and work of SXSW Interactive co-founder, Dewey Winburne. Honorees are selected by an Austin-based committee and SXSW staff, who review nominations based on the qualities of community, compassion, care, and education that Winburne brought to his tenure at SXSW.