FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Diana Phillips
Title: President, Greater Taylor Foundation
Email: diana@greatertaylorfoundation.org
Phone: 940-704-1694

Greater Taylor Foundation Celebrates Community Excellence at 2nd Annual Celebrate Taylor Awards Luncheon

Event Honors Local Stewards, Amplifies Coalition Impact, and Recognizes Taylor's Legacy of Generosity

TAYLOR, TEXAS – December 11, 2025 — The Greater Taylor Foundation is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Celebrate Taylor Awards Luncheon, a signature community gathering designed to honor the everyday heroes and shared purpose that give Taylor its heart and soul.

Held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at First Baptist Church in Taylor, this exclusive luncheon brings together civic leaders, business philanthropists, nonprofit partners, and volunteers to celebrate collaborative solutions and recognize community partners, businesses, and individuals making significant contributions to the quality of life for Taylor residents in 2025.

Event Overview

The Celebrate Taylor Awards Luncheon amplifies coalition impact and acknowledges the collective progress achieved across critical community sectors, including childcare, housing, economic well-being, and health initiatives.

"We are thrilled to celebrate what makes Taylor extraordinary," said Diana Phillips, President of the Greater Taylor Foundation. "This luncheon honors the stewards, partners, and visionaries who are transforming our community through principled advocacy, collaboration, and shared commitment to lasting change."

2025 Recognition Categories

The event features five prestigious awards recognizing excellence and leadership across multiple sectors:

• John Wehby/Ed Komandosky Philanthropist of the Year
• Volunteer of the Year
• Impact Partner of the Year
• Business Philanthropist of the Year
• Business Champion of the Year

Event Logistics

Celebrate Taylor Awards Luncheon

• Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
• Registration: 11:15 AM
• Program: 11:45 AM
• Location: First Baptist Church, Taylor, Texas
• Host: Greater Taylor Community Foundation

About the Greater Taylor Foundation

The Greater Taylor Foundation is a community foundation dedicated to fostering generosity, strengthening nonprofits, and building coalitions that transform lives across Central Texas. Through grants, partnerships, and community initiatives, the Foundation ensures that every form of giving—time, talent, and treasure—creates lasting impact.

For more information, visit www.greatertaylorfoundation.org.