*"Mary Wilson and I used to talk all the time—either over the phone or through email. Whenever she sent an email, she'd always close with either 'Touch' or 'Dare to Dream.' That was just who she was—always uplifting, always inspiring.

When the pandemic hit, I told her I was planning a virtual awards ceremony. She was ecstatic—so genuinely excited. And when I said we wanted to honor her, she lit up even more, asking, 'What do I need to do?' I told her all we needed was a video of her accepting the award,

That same day, she sent it. That was Mary—always ready to celebrate, always ready to share her joy with the world

The very first Mary Wilson Dare to Dream Award was presented to Mary’s daughter, Turkessa Ferrer Babich, continuing her mother’s legacy of empowerment and excellence. For 2025, the award will be presented to none other than Susaye Greene and Scherrie Payne, both fellow members of The Supremes and true examples of artistry, resilience, and innovation.

Through this award, Mary Wilson’s voice and dream continue to inspire future generations—reminding us all to dream boldly, live fully, and dare greatly. Because dreaming wasn’t just something Mary did—it was something she encouraged in all of us."*                                                                                                                                                                                        Patricia King