Community Foundation Awards
Rising Star
The Rising Star Award is given to a volunteer under the age of 50 who has made a difference with their personal time by providing exemplary volunteer service to a nonprofit organization serving the Manhattan Area.
Distinguished Volunteer
The Distinguished Volunteer Award goes to an individual age 50 or over who has given their personal time to assist a nonprofit organization serving the Manhattan Area.
Nonprofit Service
Our Nonprofit Service awards recognize Non-Profit staff and organizations that have provided exemplary service to the community throughout the years.
Business Philanthropy
This award is given to a business that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to generous civic and charitable giving and has made a positive difference in our community with the sharing of their financial resources.
Civic Philanthropy
The Civic Philanthropy Award recognizes an individual or local service club for their member’s efforts to make our community a better place to live through their leadership, contributions and volunteerism.
GMCF Awards
Young Trustee of the Year
This award recognizes and celebrates the dedication and impact of emerging leaders under the age of 40 in our community.
Trustee of the Year
This award acknowledges the dedication and impactful contributions of outstanding individuals over the age of 40 in our community.
Youth Volunteer of the Year
This award recognizes and honors an outstanding young individual in the GMCF Youth Impacting Community program.
Professional Advisor of the Year
This award recognizes a professional advisor who provides exemplary services to members in our community.
Philanthropist of the Year
This award celebrates an exemplary individual(s) whose commitment to giving demonstrates the power of generosity and compassion.
Lifetime Contribution
This award recognizes a distinguished individual(s) whose long-term commitment and contributions have been instrumental in shaping a better community.
Cornerstone Awards
Vision
those who saw the potential of what a community foundation could do for Manhattan
Influence
those who played an integral role in launching GMCF to success
Catalyst
those who inspire and drive transformative processes around them for GMCF’s benefit
Impact
those who had a strong impact in making GMCF successful
Legacy
those whose commitment to GMCF will be long-lasting and memorable
