What is our purpose?

The Gulf Coast Gospel Music Awards (GCGMA) is the first of its kind on the MS Gulf Coast. It is an experience that brings artists together using well-designed, elegant events to advance each artist individually as well as collectively. We do this by providing resources and forums for personal and career development, events and collaborative programming, business and ministry connections, and by building successful relationships in the industry.

We also strive to establish an environment where artists and other industry professionals are recognized for their achievements and their contributions to Gospel music and the community. We aspire to encourage mentorships and to inspire seasoned professionals to mentor, train, and teach by providing a promise of (1) year of service for the award recipients, and provide a vehicle to give back to the community.

The Gulf Coast Gospel Music Awards proudly holds up an integral standard that showcases local persons in the community that exemplify positive lifestyles in the Spirit of Excellence.