On Friday, February 28, 2014, Broward County nonprofit organizations will be
recognized by the community they serve for their tireless efforts. At the 4th
Annual PNC Bank Non-Profit Academy Awards, presented by 2-1-1
Broward, 2-1-1 Broward will recognize the collective efforts of Broward County
non-profits and the accomplishments of non-profit leaders at an Awards
ceremony and luncheon.
2-1-1 Broward is now accepting nominations for outstanding individual and
organizational efforts in nine categories: Arts, Board Leader, Collaboration,
Collective Impact for Youth, Innovation, Lifetime Achievement, Non-Profit
Leader, Organization of the Year, and Rising Star. Both young and established
501(c)(3) organizations are encouraged to submit an application.
The
community will select the winner of the Community Choice Award by voting
online for their favorite organization.
Up to three finalists will be selected in each category by a panel of impartial
judges. Winners of the awards will be revealed at the event. Winning
individuals and organizations will each receive a $1,000 grant to their
organization. Up to two finalists per category will each receive a $500
grant to their organization.
Please note that grants awarded for the
collaboration category will be divided equally among the collaborating
organizations by the submitting agency. Finalists will receive publicity and
awareness of the work of their organization through event press, media
materials and online and social media coverage. Qualified applicants not
named as finalists will be entered for a chance to receive the Community
Choice Award.
2-1-1 is the first call for help for Broward County residents and the gateway to
health and human services in our community. Last year, 2-1-1 Broward
connected more than 109,000 Broward County residents with 4,000 different
programs that were available to help them. Please be sure YOUR non-profit is
registered with 2-1-1 Broward.
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Award Criteria & Nomination Instructions
Please visit www.211-broward.org to obtain the nomination forms and
instructions. Nominations are due by 12:00 noon on November 4, 2013.
Submit nominations to [email protected]. Finalists will be
announced at a VIP Announcement Party to be held January 16, 2014.
Winners will be announced at the event on February 28, 2014.
All nominees must meet the following criteria:
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Individuals/organizations must have a physical presence in Broward
County and regularly deliver services to residents of Broward County.
Individuals/organizations may self nominate or be nominated by others.
Organizations may be nominated in only one category.
Past winners cannot be nominated again in their winning category but
may be nominated in a different category.
Past winners of the Community Choice Award will not be eligible for
public voting.
The cover page and all questions for the appropriate award category
must be completed in full.
Include a copy of the organization’s 501(c)(3).
Include a copy of the latest 990 form OR the latest audited financial
statements and management letter (if applicable).
OPTIONAL: One reference letter may be included if desired. (Please do
not submit extras; only one will be read by the judges).
Please answer the questions fully but succinctly.
Convey your passion as you explain why your nominee is so deserving of
this honor.
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Non-Profit Organization of the Year – Innovation
This award is intended to honor true innovation in the work of a nonprofit. It
recognizes creative and non-traditional approaches to solving community challenges.
The nominee:
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Applied innovative solutions to community challenges
Employed defined strategies in developing these solutions
Implemented a solution that had a significant impact on the organization,
constituency or community at large.
CEO/Executive Director Name:
Name of Organization:
Address:
City/State/ Zip:
Website:
Email:
Phone:
2013 Operating Budget:
Organization ID #:
Year of Incorporation:
Organization’s Mission:
Nominator Information:
Name:
Title:
Organization:
Phone:
Email:
Relationship to Nominee:
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Please answer the following questions (narrative not to exceed 3 pages):
1. Please describe the specific organizational or community challenge your organization
was working to effect.
2. Describe the innovative solution you applied within the past 18 months, what makes it
unique and innovative, what strategies you employed to develop the solution(s),
process of implementation, testing/evaluation of approach, and effectiveness.
3. Explain how you involved other community stakeholders in determining and/or
applying the solution.
4. Please provide details on the success of solution and the impact this solution has had
on your organization, constituents, or the community at-large.
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Please answer the following questions (narrative not to exceed 3 pages):
1. Please describe the level of commitment and support the board member exhibits to
and for the staff, executive leadership and the organization.
2. How has the board member positively impacted the mission of the organization
through effective leadership, policy oversight, strategic planning and/or problem
solving?
3. How has the Board member contributed to enhancing the reputation and visibility of
the organization and ensuring that the organization has adequate resources to carry
out its mission?
4. How has the board member effectively linked the organization with other community
stakeholders, such as corporations, governmental organizations, community leaders,
and other non-profit agencies?
5. Describe what qualities/skills the board member possesses or contributions that were
made that makes him/her stand out above the rest?
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