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Cornerstone Awards Podcast Series

At the 2024 Community Foundation Awards, GMCF celebrated 25 outstanding individuals whose steadfast dedication has profoundly influenced the growth and vitality of our community. These honorees have devoted their time, talent, and resources across various domains, including volunteerism, leadership, philanthropy, advocacy, education, and business. Their collective efforts have enriched our lives and contributed to a vibrant and resilient Manhattan.

To learn more about the remarkable stories and achievements of these individuals, click the photos below to listen to or watch their podcast episodes. By honoring their contributions, we not only recognize their lasting legacies but also inspire future generations to build on their work and further enhance our community as a wonderful place to live, work, and thrive.

Vision

GMCF awarded the Vision Award to Ed Seaton, Jim Morrison, Bob & Tracey DeBruyn, Mark Knackkendoffel, and Jim Gordon at the 2024 Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who saw the potential of what a community foundation could do for Manhattan. Select a profile below to discover more about each awardee and enjoy their podcast episode.

Ed Seaton
Ed Seaton
Jim Morrison
Jim Morrison
Bob and Tracey DeBruyn
Bob and Tracey DeBruyn
Mark Knackendoffel
Mark Knackendoffel
Jim Gordon
Jim Gordon

Influence

GMCF awarded the Influence Award to Terry Arthur, Tom & Angie Fryer, C. Clyde Jones, Therese Miller, and Sue Maes at the 2024 Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who saw the potential of what a community foundation could do for Manhattan. Select a profile below to discover more about each awardee and enjoy their podcast episode.

Terry Arthur
Terry Arthur
Tom & Angie Fryer
Tom & Angie Fryer
C. Clyde Jones
C. Clyde Jones
Therese Miller
Therese Miller
Sue Maes
Sue Maes

Catalyst

GMCF awarded the Catalyst Award to Cheryl Grice, Dirk Daveline, S. Lee Meigs, Jo Lyle, and Polly Stoecklein at the 2024 Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who inspire and drive transformative processes around them for GMCF’s benefit. Select a profile below to discover more about each awardee and enjoy their podcast episode.

Cheryl Grice
Cheryl Grice
Dirk Daveline
Dirk Daveline
S. Lee Meigs
S. Lee Meigs
Jo Lyle
Jo Lyle
Polly Stoecklein
Polly Stoecklein

Impact

GMCF awarded the Impact Award to Mary Vanier, Dennis Mullin, Ward & Branda Morgan, Neil Horton, and Bill Richter at the 2024 Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who had a strong impact in making GMCF successful. Select a profile below to discover more about each awardee and enjoy their podcast episode.

Mary Vanier
Mary Vanier
Dennis Millin
Dennis Millin
Ward & Brenda Morgan
Ward & Brenda Morgan
Neil Horton
Neil Horton
Bill Richter
Bill Richter

Legacy

GMCF awarded the Impact Award to The Bernie & Sherry Butler Family, Dean & Verlla Coughenour Family, Lincoln & Dorthy Deihl Family, Jack & Joann Goldstein Family, and Phil & Margaret Howe family at the 2024 Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who had a strong impact in making GMCF successful. Select a profile below to discover more about each awardee and enjoy their podcast episode.

Butler Family
Butler Family
Coughenour Family
Coughenour Family
Deihl Family
Deihl Family
Goldstein Family
Goldstein Family
Howe Family
Howe Family