Each fall, the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation (GCRCF) invites nominations for the Bridge Builder and Minnie Rubeck nonprofit awards. These awards celebrate the strength and resiliency of the nonprofit sector in our community.
The Bridge Builder Award recognizes the leadership and accomplishments of the chief executive officer of an organization. The Minnie Rubeck Award, named in honor of an important early contributor to the Community Foundation, is awarded to a nonprofit professional staff member for their commitment and dedication to making a difference.
Nominations are encouraged from local organizations or from another group where you have observed exceptional performance, accomlishment and service. In addition to the award, each recepient receives a $750 grant from the Community Foundation designated for staff development at the winner's organization.
Nomination details for 2012 will be announced in the summer.
Both awards are presented at the annual GCRCF Holiday Donor Reception in November at the Community Foundation.
For further information or questions, please contact Amy Johnson Boyle, Vice Presidnet of Development at 319.366.2862. Thank you for helping us to recognize the work of these important leaders in our community.We look forward to receiving your nominations.
Past winners include:
Bridge Builder Award
2002 Kay Jackson, Mercy Medical Center 2003 Bob Buntz, Alternative Services 2004 Betty Hargraves, American Red Cross, Grant Wood Center 2005 Peggy Whitworth, Brucemore, Inc. 2006 Jim Ernst, Four Oaks 2007 Rich Patterson, Indian Creek Nature Center 2008 Tim Charles, Mercy Medical Center 2009 Thomas Moore, African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa 2010 John Morris, Discovery Living 2011 Gail Naughton, National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Minnie Rubeck Award
2007 Corey Luedeman, Iowa Legal Aid 2008 Mary Klinger, United Way of East Central Iowa 2008 Rita Merta, Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce 2009 Kathy Kaiden, Young Parents Network 2010 Laura Ebinger, Kids First Law Center 2011 Roger Johnson, Brucemore
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE • Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Phone: (319) 366-2862 • FAX: (319) 366-2912
