Linda Rizzuto | 2025 May and Dr. A. Barnett Scott Service Award

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About the May and Dr. Barnett Scott Service Award

The 2011 Charity Gala was dedicated to long-time board member and past chairman of the board Dr. A. Barnett Scott. His involvement as volunteer, donor, visionary, and chairman helped move the Community Foundation of West Tennessee to many records, including reaching $15 million in assets during his term as board chair from 2005 – 2007. In 2008, he was honored with a Jackson Award for Community Service.

The Dr. A. Barnett Scott Service Award was established to honor Dr. Scott after his death in August 2011. Following his death, his wife, May Scott, was a dedicated volunteer and advocate for the Community Foundation and its work. She and her family attended The Charity Gala each year to help present the award and honor Dr. Scott's legacy. May passed away in April 2024, and the award name was changed to reflect both May and Dr. Scott's contributions to our community and our organization.

The Community Foundation staff and Board of Trustees wanted to honor their legacy by annually recognizing someone who selflessly served the Community Foundation and its programs. Each year, the staff selects a volunteer to be honored with this award at The Charity Gala.