Esperanza Community Services is honored to recognize Bowman C. Lingle II as the 2026 recipient of the Bobby Reyes Award. The award honors individuals whose generosity and commitment create lasting opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.
For many years, through the Bowman Lingle Trust, Bowman supported Esperanza’s mission and invested in the people and families we serve. His generosity reflected a lifelong commitment to giving back, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for others.
Bowman’s philanthropy extended far beyond Esperanza. His charitable giving supported numerous causes and touched countless lives throughout our community, leaving a legacy of compassion, generosity, and service.
Following Bowman’s recent passing, we are especially honored to recognize the remarkable legacy he leaves behind. His impact will continue through the organizations he supported, the lives he enriched, and the example of generosity he set for others.
Please join us at the 2026 Esperanza September Soirée on Thursday, September 17, as we celebrate Bowman’s life, legacy, and enduring commitment to helping others. Members of the Lingle family and dear friends will join us as we recognize his extraordinary generosity and lasting impact on our community.
Thank you for helping us honor Bowman’s legacy and continue creating opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.