NCTC Community Service Award

Russell Brown, the 2025 North Central Telephone Cooperative  (NCTC) Community Service Award winner, is a true example of what it means to be community-minded and to live with a servant’s heart.

Russell devotes countless hours to serving others—both quietly behind the scenes and through his leadership in the community. He is a deacon at the Lafayette Church of Christ and is always among the first to volunteer his time and talents whenever there’s a need.

Russell currently serves as president of The Friends of Winding Stairs, where he spends most weekends cleaning and maintaining the trails, greeting visitors from near and far, and leading volunteer workdays.

Russell Brown is the winner of NCTC’s 2025 Community Service Award for his volunteering and charitable work.

A longtime member of the Lafayette Rotary Club, Russell has been instrumental in many of the club’s projects to raise funds for those in need. He was also a founding member and driving force behind Makin’ Macon Fit Fun and Fitness Festival, which served our community for 30 years.

His generosity extends beyond organized projects. He donates the use of his building on the Lafayette Public Square for Gallery 102, allowing the Macon County Arts Council to showcase local artists. He also gives freely—and often anonymously— to individuals in need, offering both time and financial support with a humble and giving heart.

There are countless people who have benefited from his compassion and generosity. We are proud to honor Russell with NCTC’s Community Service Award. In his honor, we will make a $1,000 donation to The Friends of Winding Stairs. Congratulations, Russell!