Joe Bonansinga Community Service Award

Joe, or Mr. Quincy, was the first United Way of Adams County campaign chairman to lead a campaign that exceeded the $1,000,000 mark. Near the close of the campaign, he inspired campaign volunteers to reach the goal by stating:

"Anything less is not acceptable for this community."

His leadership and vision still inspire us today.

About the Award

The Joe Bonansinga “Mr. Quincy” Community Service Award, named after its first recipient in 1998, is presented annually by United Way of Adams County and the Rotary Club of Quincy to an individual who exemplifies the highest standards of community service.  This award honors exceptional community leaders who demonstrate:

•    Service and volunteer leadership by example 
•    Impactful community service
•    Perseverance and community commitment longevity
•    Energetic and motivating enthusiasm
•    Unselfish devotion and joy in endeavors that benefit the needs of others

A panel of individuals representing former award winners, United Way Board members and members of the Rotary Club evaluate the nominations. 

Previous Recipients

1998 – Joe Bonansinga 
1999 – Harry and Carlene Geisler
2000 – Carla Gosney
2001 – Rocky and Rhonda Murry
2002 – Reverend Tim White
2003 – Tony and Signe Oakley
2004 – Steve and Carolyn Hagood
2005 – Chuck W. Scholz
2006 – Herman Schneidman
2007 – Darrell Peacher
2008 – H. W. Knapheide III
2009 – Lee Lindsay
2010 – Kathy Ridder
2011 – Dr. George Meyer

2012 – Terry Myers
2013 – Becky Albert
2014 – Michael Klingner
2015 – Brad Billings
2016 – Paul Brown
2017 – Jeff Spear
2018 – Mike Elbe
2019 – Charles C. Doan
2020 – Phil Conover
2021 – Chief Joe Henning
2022 – Laura Sievert Hesseltine
2023 -  Jeff Steinkamp and Cheryl & Dennis Williams
2024 - Carlos Fernandez

2025 - Jim Mentesti