Nominations being Accepted for Friend of Philanthropy Award

The Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) has opened up the nomination process for the "Friend of Philanthropy Award." 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. The recipient of the award will be honored at the WCCF Annual Dinner to be held on Wednesday, October 14 at the Arden Shisler Conference Center. In addition, a $1,000 grant will be made on their behalf to the charity of the recipient's choice.

Previous recipients of the "Friend of Philanthropy Award" include Stan and Flo Gault and the J.M. Smucker Family.

Any person(s) residing or working within Wayne County may recommend deserving nominees. Nominations are due to the WCCF office by noon on July 1. Full guidelines and nomination forms are available online at www.waynecountycommunityfoundation.org or by calling the WCCF office at 330-262-3877.