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 Program Overview
George Mark Children's House is a true community effort. The relationships we have with our individuals and organizations in our community exemplifies the best of who we are in providing emotional, spiritual, and respite support to children and families with lifespan limiting and terminal illnesses. It is because of our volunteers and staff, and a dedicated community that we are able to provide the kind of care our children and their families so desperately need. We believe the recipient of this award helps further our mission in demonstrating compassion and responsibility for others, and a commitment to helping us serve the children and families in our community and the greater Bay Area.
The purpose of the George Mark Children’s House Community Service Award is to recognize an individual or organization that has provided direct or in-kind services in furthering the mission of George Mark Children’s House.
Eligibility
- Any individual or organization that provides either direct or in-kind services to GMCH.
- Individuals or organizations must have provided at least one year of continuous service.
- There must be a demonstrable, concrete example (s) of how the individual or organization has provided services that further the mission of GMCH.
- Nominations must be submitted by a GMCH board member, advisory council member, staff or volunteer.
- Employees are not eligible to receive this award.
Criteria for Evaluation:
- How has the nominee(s) filled a specific need(s) of children and families at George Mark Children’s House?
- Does the nominee(s) illustrate a demonstrable impact at GMCH or the community at large?
- How does the activity help to build a connection between GMCH and the community?
Selection Process:
The selection committee consists of members of GMCH staff and volunteers, Board of Directors, and Advisory Council members. The committee will meet annually to appoint a chair. The committee is composed of not more than seven members. Chair and committee members will rotate on an annual basis, but can serve longer.
A call for nominations will be sent to staff and volunteers, board members and advisory council members in January of each year. Two reminders will be sent out quarterly in March and June.
Nominations will be accepted no later than August 1 of each year VIA EMAIL or in writing to any member of the committee. Committee members meet prior to September 1 of any given year, review submissions, and vote on the recipient. All individuals will be notified of their nomination and the chosen recipient will be acknowledged at the annual Autumn Celebration with a distinctive engraved award.
Past Winners:
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