This award is presented to an individual who might be seen as an unsung hero and has gone above and beyond in the service of one or more nonprofit organizations; giving their time and talent to make a significant impact. This person is hands-on, providing programs or directly involved in programs, physically helping and serving others, and is often flying under the radar. This person can be a new or long-time volunteer.
Wondering who to nominate?
Do you have or know a volunteer who is always there, hands-on, willing to do what is asked of them anytime? Nominate them for the Boots on the Ground Award.
Nominations Open May 15th for the 2024 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon which will honor eight generous community leaders that represent the depth and breadth of philanthropy in Anne Arundel County in the following categories: Philanthropist of the Year Award; Corporate Philanthropist of the Year Award; Volunteer of the Year Award; Young Volunteer of the Year Award; Boots on the Ground Award; Carroll H. Hynson, Jr. Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy; Carol Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award and The Legacy Award for Planned Giving.
Previous Boots on the Ground Awardees:
2020 Susana Cruz
2021 Janice Keating
2022 Bruce Morgenstern
2023 Peter Summers
Eligibility Criteria
All nominees must:
- Be a resident of Anne Arundel County
- Have a demonstrated track record of charitable giving to one or more nonprofit organizations based in and working in Anne Arundel County
- Have made a positive impact in the lives of county residents through their giving
- Encourage/motivate others to become philanthropic