•Use the enclosed form to submit a nomination by mail, email, or fax.
Questions? Call us at 201-684-7458 or email madaawards.ramapo.edu for more information. All nominations must be postmarked or submitted by February 18, 2019.
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Honoring New Jersey’s Local Heroes
T
he Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award honors individuals who perform extraordinary community service or unusual acts of heroism in our state, and those who have made a significant difference to the well-being of society.
Each year, individuals are nominated from all over the state from people who know their work first-hand. An Advisory Board of distinguished New Jersey business and community leaders evaluates the nominations and recommends individuals for the award. In evaluating nominees, the Advisory Board considers the following criteria:
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•Visit our website at berrieawards.ramapo.edu and complete an online application.
It’s time to nominate your own NJ Hero for 2019! Eric Fuchs-Stengel Mahwah MEVO/Fresh Roots Farm 2012 Honoree
Two ways to nominate your “Unsung NJ Heroes”
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Making a Difference Award
In 2019, up to 10 awards will be given: A top award of $50,000; two $25,000 awards; and seven awards of $7,500 each.
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Time to nominate your own NJ Hero for 2019!
H
elp us recognize the “Unsung Heroes” who make New Jersey a better place. You may nominate individuals for a single act of heroism and those who are serving others in extraordinary ways.
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Do You Know an Unsung
Making a Difference Award
• What is the scale of accomplishment? Is it unique? • Does the work inspire others? • Is the person paid or a volunteer? If paid, is the accomplishment truly above and beyond? • How enduring is the heroism or sacrifice? • If a single act, was there a high degree of risk and danger? • How many people were impacted or influenced? • Would the award make a significant difference in their lives?