John F. Kennedy
Community Service Award

The John F. Kennedy Community Service Award, presented by the Santa Fe Family Life Center (“SFFLC”), is an evening that celebrates the spirit of Oklahoma philanthropy by recognizing Oklahomans whose lives exemplify service, leadership, and philanthropy in lasting and significant ways. The Lifetime Achievement recognizes individuals making a profound contribution.

More than an evening of celebration, the JFK Awards help raise funds to fuel SFFLC's mission of providing adaptive and accessible fitness, recreation, and wellness programs for individuals with disabilities, veterans, under-resourced youth, and older adults in the Greater Oklahoma City Metro Area.

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Director of Mission Experience Cassie Pastor at development@sfflc.com.

PURCHASE TICKETS

SPONSOR THE JFK

EXPLORE SFFLC PROGRAMS

2026 Honorees

Mark Ruffin Lifetime Achievement Award

Linda Whittington

JFK Community Service Award

Sue Ann Arnall

JFK Community Service Award

Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Oval Office Sponsor $30,000

Identified as “Oval Office Sponsor” on all publicity materials, including invitations, programs, signage, social media and website

Exclusive seating for 8 guests with table sign

Introduced by name from the podium at the dinner

Banner with your logo and company information displayed in SFFLC for a year

Four family memberships to SFFLC for one year

Presidential Sponsor $10,000

Recognized on publicity materials including invitations, programs, signage, social media, and website

Preferred Seating for 8 with table sign

Introduced by name at the dinner

Two family memberships to SFFLC for one year

Camelot Sponsor $5,000

Event program and event listing

Preferred Seating for 8 with table sign

One family membership to SFFLC for one year

New Frontier Sponsor $3,000

Event program and event listing

Preferred Seating for 4 with table sign

Friend of the Honoree
Sponsor $1,000

Priority Seating for One

TICKETS

Individual Ticket: $250

PURCHASE TICKETS

RAFFLE & AUCTION

During the gala, be sure to visit our raffle and auction item table featuring an exciting collection of curated artwork, unforgettable local experiences, Oklahoma Thunder memorabilia, exotic travel packages, and many other unique items. Every bid is an opportunity to take home something special while making a meaningful difference.

Moreover, local Native artist, ZonLy, will be doing a live painting during the program portion of the evening that will be auctioned off toward the end of the evening.

When you place a bid, you’re helping provide adaptive fitness, recreation, and wellness opportunities for Oklahomans of all abilities. It’s a fun way to support your community, celebrate local businesses and artists, and help ensure Santa Fe Family Life Center remains a place where every body belongs.

ENTERTAINMENT

ABOUT THE AWARD

John F. Kennedy (“JFK”), the 35th President of the United States, was a proud Knight of Columbus, passionately served others, and his sister, Eunice, was the founder of Special Olympics. Kennedy’s legacy of service to the nation has continued to this day. He was elected in 1960 and is the first Catholic to serve as President. From Bunker Hill Council 62 of Charlestown, Massachusetts, Kennedy joined the Knights of Columbus in 1946 and became a 4th Degree Knight in 1954, fostering his central belief that service to the nation is the hallmark of being a good citizen.

In 1960, the word went forth to the world that the torch of freedom had passed to a new generation. President John F. Kennedy reignited that torch’s flame by calling that generation to better their communities and dedicate themselves to the service of others. The President’s words ring as true today as when he declared, “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.”

John Kennedy challenged America to be its best—to reach deep within ourselves and far beyond our imagination to exemplify the highest ideals in our evolving society every day. JFK called upon Americans to serve in a cause greater than themselves, challenging us to go to the moon, to the Peace Corps, to college. He challenged us to change our world.

Proceeds from the JFK Community Service Award dinner benefit the charitable programs offered at SFFLC, a nonprofit health and wellness center serving under-resourced youth and people with disabilities located in Oklahoma City.

The Mark Ruffin Lifetime Achievement Award is a special honor recognizing those individuals whose philanthropy has been especially profound over their lifetime. Mark Ruffin, a 2018 John F. Kennedy Community Service Award Honoree, was an ardent fan and vocal supporter of the Santa Fe Family Life Center. Whether for SFFLC or numerous other charitable causes, Mark gave his time and treasure generously to the community each day during his life.