Every year, Forward Montana Foundation holds The Williams Effect weekend, named for Carol and Pat Williams and created to celebrate their years of public service. During this annual event, we honor 25 young Montanans who are putting in the work in their communities to make this state a better, more equitable place for all. The weekend also includes the Montana Youth Organizing Summit, bringing together activists, organizers, dreamers and doers from across the state. This year, the Williams Effect weekend will begin on September 17th with a block party, concert, and ceremony in honor of our 25 Under 25 Awardees, and culminate in a Day of Action on Saturday, September 18th.