Friend of Philanthropy Award Created

Nominations being accepted

The Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) is pleased to announce the “Friend of Philanthropy Award” will be awarded for the first time in 2013. This award is meant to honor those who make a difference in our communities with their philanthropic activities, which can include financial contributions that benefit the community; volunteering; and giving of their time, resources and skills for the betterment of the Wayne County area.

To be eligible for the award, nominees must be an individual or couple who demonstrates a continuing history of volunteer work and/or contributions that advance the quality of life or grow community philanthropy in Wayne County, Ohio. The recipient of the award will be honored at the WCCF Annual Dinner, held on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at the Arden Shisler Conference Center. They will also be recognized on a permanent display at the WCCF offices. In addition, they will be presented with an engraved plaque and a $1,000 grant will be made on their behalf to the charity of the recipient’s choice.

Any person(s) residing or working within Wayne County may recommend deserving nominees. Nominations are due to the WCCF office by Noon on August 15, 2013. Full guidelines and nomination forms are available online at www.WayneCountyCommunityFoundation.org or by calling the WCCF office at 330.262.3877.

Since 1978, the Wayne County Community Foundation has been working to strengthen the community we all share. It is a nonprofit charitable community organization. Since inception, WCCF has awarded over $53 million in grants and scholarships back into the community. For more information about the Foundation call 330.262.3877 or visit www.WayneCountyCommunityFoundation.org.