The Joe Bonansinga Community Service Award named after its first recipient, is given away annually to an individual who exemplifies the highest standards of community service. The first award was given in 1998.
The award is given to people who are exceptional community volunteer leaders that show qualities such as:
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a high level of service, leadership by example |
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an intensity of energy in their work that invigorates and inspires others |
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longevity of service, work that nurtures the community |
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individuals who choose their commitments based on the needs of others and the benefit to the community, without thought of personal recognition |
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individuals who exhibit the true joy of helping others |
Do you think you know someone who deserves the Joe Bonansinga Community Service Award?
Please submit all nominations with a detailed description of why you think your nominee deserves the award.
Nomination Form - Word document
Nomination Form - PDF document
You may fax completed forms to 217-222-0911 or email to info@unitedwayadamsco.org |
2008 Honoree
Tuesday, May 13th
12:00 noon
Tony's East Room
Special thanks to the Rotary Club of Quincy
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Joe Bonansinga is pictured above with the goal banner from the 1997 Campaign - the first million dollar goal campaign. Near the close of this campaign, he inspired campaign volunteers to reach the goal by saying, “Anything less is not acceptable for this community.”
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Past Recipients
2007
Darrell Peacher
2006
Herman Schneidman
2005
Chuck Scholz,
former Mayor of Quincy
2004
Steve and Carolyn Hagood
2003
Tony and Signe Oakley
2002
Rev. Tim White
2001
Rocky and Rhonda Murry
2000
Carla Gosney
1999
Harry and Carlene Geisler
1998
Joe Bonansinga |
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