About the Divine Servant Award
Located on Wisconsin Lutheran College's Campus Quad, the Divine Servant sculpture by Max Greiner Jr. of Jesus washing the feet of Peter serves as a daily reminder of the college’s mission and purpose since its founding. WLC exists to prepare Christian servant leaders for the world.
Wisconsin Lutheran College established the Divine Servant Award in 2017 as an opportunity to honor individuals who exemplify qualities of Christian servant leadership and have exhibited Christian values throughout their lives of service. We seek to amplify our mission of preparing Christian servant leaders who will influence and change our world.
This honor is intended to be bestowed upon high-profile individuals, and the Divine Servant Award Celebration event serves as an awareness and fundraising opportunity for Wisconsin Lutheran College.
Past Divine Servant Award Recipients
- President George W. Bush, 2017
- Tony Dungy, 2018
- David Green, 2019
- Tim Tebow, 2021
- Kathie Lee Gifford, 2022
- Kurt and Brenda Warner, 2023
- Steven Curtis Chapman, 2024
We are privileged to recognize Dennis Quaid as our featured speaker and recipient of the 2025 Divine Servant Award on Friday, May 30.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE 2025 CELEBRATION
ABOUT THE DIVINE SERVANT AWARD CELEBRATION
Each year we invite you to join us for a delightful evening of networking and mingling with fellow leaders while supporting scholarships for Wisconsin Lutheran College students who will make an impact on our community. The celebrations take place at Discovery World, a spectacular location on Lake Michigan overlooking downtown Milwaukee.
Attendees can savor tantalizing hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, and cocktails while learning about our award recipient. Feast on a three-course gourmet dinner by Bartolotta Catering and Events. Learn about our awardee's extraordinary life and career through a moderated conversation, followed by a coffee and dessert reception.
All proceeds from the Divine Servant Award Celebration directly impact the next generation of Christian servant leaders in the form of scholarships at Wisconsin Lutheran College.
For more information about the event, please contact Dr. Rich Mannisto, Vice President of Advancement, by email or at 414.443.8788.