________________________ Outstanding Green Venture Rural Renewable Energy Alliance, Pine River
________________________ Outstanding Leadership Dr. Glen Palm, St. Cloud
________________________ Outstanding Nonprofit Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity, St. Cloud
________________________ Outstanding Youth Jennifer Schmidt, St. Cloud
Each award winner received an award sculpture, commissioned by artist Michael Tonder, a $1,000 grant to give to the nonprofit of their choice, recognition in IQ Magazine and a professional video commemorating their accomplishments.
Check the full listing for a list of every award winner since 2000.
Thank you to our event sponsors:
Bremer, Outstanding Enterprise East Central Energy, Outstanding Community Gray Plant Mooty, Outstanding Youth Minnesota Power, Outstanding Green Venture Schlenner Wenner & Company, Outstanding Nonprofit Organization Xcel Energy, Outstanding Leadership
the Initiative Awards have recognized the work and dedication of individuals, businesses and communities within the foundation's 14-county service area. Held every 18 months, foundation staff nominate up to three finalists in each category. A selection committee comprised of staff, board members and past award winners select the winner based on their leadership, innovation and community impact.
The event calls to attention everyday individuals while inspiring others to search themselves for their own outstanding community initiative.
Questions regarding the awards event can be directed to Matt Kilian, director of communications.
