The Rev.
Charles Williams Award recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves through direct service to youth in the Indianapolis community. Formerly known as the Chairman’s Award, the award was renamed in July 2004 in honor of the late president of Indiana Black Expo. The Pathfinder Awards Banquet, the companion event to the Youthlinks Indiana Charity Golf Tournament, celebrates its 22nd anniversary with the 2009 event. Nearly 900 guests attended the 2008 banquet, with proceeds benefiting the Champions in Life (CHAMPS) Grant Program and other youth-serving initiatives. In addition to recognizing Catchings, Jack and Barbara Nicklaus and Dr. Myles Brand will be honored as Pathfinder Award recipients, while ESPN’s Linda Cohn will serve as master of ceremonies.
“We are pleased to recognize Tamika with the 2009 Rev. Charles Williams Award,” said Dennis Bassett, Youthlinks Indiana chairman. “Since she arrived in Indianapolis in 2001, Tamika has done tremendous work both on the court and in the community. Her efforts truly embody the spirit of Rev. Williams and this award.”