R2I Community Champion Distinguished Service Award
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Flexible Funding for Community-Led Change
Heroes walk among us every day.
They mentor, fight for justice, care for neighbors, build coalitions, and hold communities together, often with few resources and little recognition. GNOFN’s Restoration and Rejuvenation Initiative (R2I) was created to change that.
Each awardee can use their award funds for rest and renewal – however they define it. We believe that when we invest in sustaining the people at the heart of social change, we strengthen the movements they lead. These awards are a powerful statement about the importance of celebrating those who are making a positive difference in our communities and of supporting their wellbeing.
GNOFN is now accepting nominations from across the community to celebrate the community and nonprofit leaders who are making a difference across Southeast Louisiana.
FAQs
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The R2I awards celebrate community and nonprofit leaders who are strengthening the fabric of our region through service, leadership, and a deep commitment to equity.
Only those nominees whose primary work is conducted within Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, and/or St. John parishes will be considered.
Self-nominations and elected officials are not eligible.
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Each awardee can use their award funds for rest and renewal – however they define it. We believe that when we invest in sustaining the people at the heart of social change, we strengthen the movements they lead. These awards are a powerful statement about the importance of celebrating those who are making a positive difference in our communities and of supporting their wellbeing.
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During the open nomination period, community members may nominate anyone for an R2I Community Champion Distinguished Service Award. If nominations are open, the nomination form will be available here.
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A selection committee comprised of GNOFN members, previous awardees, and community members will review applications to select award winners.
Nominate a hero today!
Do you know someone who brings light and transformation to underserved communities in Greater New Orleans? Someone who inspires others, bridges divides, and shows up with consistency and compassion? Someone who works tirelessly to advance equity and justice in Greater New Orleans and could use support to rest and rejuvenate to continue their work?
GNOFN's Restoration and Rejuvenation Initiative (R2I) Community Champion Distinguished Service Award aims to recognize the important work that is being done in underserved communities across Southeast Louisiana. We aim to celebrate those individuals by providing resources for their personal renewal. Please answer the following questions about the person you are nominating for this award.
Before you begin: Please note that this form cannot be saved and resumed later. We recommend that you review the full nomination form here first, draft your responses in a separate document (e.g., Microsoft Word), and paste them into the form. This also helps you estimate the time needed to complete your nomination.
Only nominations submitted through this form will be accepted. If you have any technical difficulties, please contact admin@gnofundersnetwork.org.
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