2006 Award Recipients

Wisconsin Partner Of The Year

 

The award is given to an individual who has freely given of time and talent and who has demonstrated a dedicated commitment to the partnership. With a willingness to go the extra mile and uphold the mission of the partnership, the recipient exemplifies the spirit of service to volunteerism.

 

· Judy Miller, Appleton- Partner City, Office Volunteer, Scholarships, Summit Registration, Newsletter, Golf Outing, W/NP Board of Directors' Secretary

 

 

Nicaraguan Partner Of The Year

 

The award is given to an individual who has freely given of time and talent and who has demonstrated a dedicated commitment to the partnership. With a willingness to go the extra mile and uphold the mission of the partnership, the recipient exemplifies the spirit of service to volunteerism.

 

· Nicaraguan Office Staff - Summit 2006
· Wisconsin Women Care II - 2005

 

 

Partner City Of The Year

 

The award is given to a partnership that has demonstrated outstanding activity between the north and the south. Criteria include active involvement from both communities, member exchange, two-way communication, and cooperative projects.

 

· Appleton/Chinandega Partners

 

 

Project Of The Year

 

The award is given to a project developed within the partnership by volunteers. Following the spirit of the partnership, Wisconsin and Nicaragua partners work together to plan and implement an activity that makes a major impact on civil society.

 

· Summit 2006 - All Attendees and All Workers

 

 

The Power Of One

 

Many projects are accomplished because someone had a dream or a vision and then quietly went about using their skills and energy to make something happen. The award is given to individuals who exemplify "the power of one."

 

· Mike McCord - Wisconsin National Guard Liason
· Bob Groh - Puerto Cabezas Partner City Work, Building Committee
· Matt DuFresne - Liason to W/NP Managua Office

 

 

Loyalty Award

 

Very special recognition is given to a volunteer who has demonstrated their commitment to making a difference in the hearts and lives of our counterparts through longstanding membership and activity with W/NP.

 

· Maxine Burress, Stevens Point - Support for Women and Families Projects Including the Learning Center Project

 

 

The Unsung Hero Award

 

The award is given as recognition to a person who has gone the extra mile in a quiet manner. The task taken on was accomplished with little publicity or recognition. Without this acknowledgement, few would be aware of their dedication and commitment to the activity.

 

· Henry Gillis - Warehouse, Building Committee, Financial Support of Summit 2006, Quarterly Meetings

 

 

Silent Supporters

 

Behind every successful organization are people quietly providing invaluable support.

 

· Ruth Harpstead - Hosting Nicaraguans, Hospitality at W/NP Quarterly Meetings

 

 

Friends Of The Partnership

 

Recognition is given to those friends who have graciously and loyally supported specific activities of the partnership.

 

· Lisa Nellessen - Lara and Gannett Wisconsin Newspapers - Summit 2006
· Stevens Point Fire Department - Wisconsin National Guard Firefighters Initiative 2006

 

 

Citation Award

 

The Citation Award is given to a group of individuals, an organization, or a corporation. Such contributions can be in the form of lending to or assisting in project development through monetary or inkind donations.

 

· Wisconsin National Guard 107th Maintenance Company - Shipment Support
· Wisconsin Lions Clubs - Vitamin A Project