Grassroots Advocates
We honor everyday individuals who turned tragedy into activism and fought for systemic change in their communities.
The Bully Awards 2026
Celebrating Courage, Justice, and Community
Honoring Voices That Reshape Justice
A Movement Rooted in Resilience
The Bully Awards are more than a ceremony. They are a national platform that recognizes individuals who have turned personal tragedy into public triumph.
From families who fought for civil rights reform to advocates who stood beside the Department of Justice, each honoree represents the power of courage in action.
The awards spotlight stories that spark change, influence policy, and protect future generations.
Now entering its fourth year, the event continues to grow in reach, impact, and purpose.
At Timberlake Properties, we’re proud to partner with Bully Magazine as a coordinating producer for the 2026 Bully Awards in New Orleans. This collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to community-driven projects that foster resilience, purpose, and social impact.
A Legacy-Building Celebration
Bringing the Movement to New Orleans
The 4th Annual Bully Awards will take place in Fall 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s theme, Building Blocks of Justice, Courage, and Change, honors families, attorneys, and advocates who helped secure a federal consent decree mandating police body cameras. The event will feature live performances, red carpet interviews, and powerful testimonials from honorees. With a fundraising goal of $50,000, the ceremony will be hosted at the Venusian Gardens and surrounding neighborhoods. It promises to be the most impactful Bully Awards yet.
About the Awards
Honoring Courage, Justice, and Community Power
Justice Reform Leaders
From legal professionals to investigators, we spotlight those who have advanced accountability and pushed for real reform.
Creative Changemakers
From poets to painters, we celebrate artists who challenge injustice and give voice to the silenced through powerful storytelling.
Families Who Inspire Change
We pay tribute to families whose strength in the face of loss helped spark reforms like body camera mandates and community protections.
From Pain to Power, One Voice at a Time
Stories That Inspire Action
Bully Magazine is the storytelling engine behind the awards. Through print, digital, and documentary formats, the magazine amplifies real-life stories of resilience, advocacy, and transformation. Each feature highlights individuals who have overcome adversity and used their experiences to uplift others. The publication also honors changemakers working in mental health, justice reform, and grassroots activism. With every issue, Bully Magazine builds a bridge between storytelling and social impact.
Align Your Brand With Purpose
Support the Mission
Sponsoring the Bully Awards means investing in real stories, real people, and real change. From presenting sponsors to in-kind partners, each contribution helps fund advocacy recognition, community engagement, and multimedia storytelling. Sponsors receive high-visibility placements across print, digital, and live platforms, including social media, event signage, and the Bully Magazine documentary series. Custom sponsorship packages are available to align with your brand’s goals and values. Together, we can amplify voices that matter.
Be Part of the Change
Nominate, Share, or Support a Story
Whether you’re a reader, advocate, or business leader, there’s a place for you in the Bully Magazine community. You can nominate someone for the next awards, sponsor a story, or share your own journey of resilience. Every voice matters, and every story has the power to uplift others. Join us in building a future where justice is not just an ideal, but a lived reality. Let’s rise together, one story at a time.
