On Friday, February 13, 2015, Broward County nonprofit organizations will be
recognized by the community they serve for their tireless efforts. At the 5th
Annual South Florida Community Care Network Non-Profit Academy
Awards hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino and presented by
2-1-1 Broward, the collective efforts of Broward County non-profits and the
accomplishments of non-profit leaders will be recognized at the 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. Finalists will be revealed at the VIP Announcement Party. Winners of
the awards will be revealed at the Awards ceremony and luncheon. Winning
individuals/organizations will 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, newsletters and social media coverage. Qualified applicants not
named as finalists will be entered for a chance to receive the Publix 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 nearly 101,000 Broward County callers with over 4,000 different
programs that were available to help them. Please be sure YOUR non-profit is
registered with 2-1-1 Broward. To do so, email [email protected].
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Award Criteria & Nomination Instructions
Please visit www.211-broward.org to obtain nomination forms and instructions.
Nominations must be received by 5:00 pm on December 1, 2014 – Email
completed package to [email protected]. Finalists will be
announced at a VIP Announcement Party to be held on January 15, 2015.
Each nominee will receive at least one ticket for the organization to attend the
invite only VIP Announcement Party. Winners will be announced at the Awards
ceremony and luncheon on February 13, 2015 at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel &
Casino (visit www.211-broward for non-profit ticket pricing).
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 Publix 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/RECOMMENDED: One reference letter may be included.
(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/organization is
deserving of this honor.
Our panel of esteemed judges will score nominations based solely on
information provided in the nomination application package.
If you have any questions, please contact Tracy Schuldiner at
[email protected] or 954.640.5822.
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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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