For Nonprofits
The Renaissance Award is the Foundation’s signature prize, awarded annually to an outstanding individual for exemplary leadership in the nonprofit community.
The Award was established in 2004 through an endowment created by a founding member of our foundation and a visionary donor -- John W. (“Jack”) Lund, who passed away in 2010 at age 90.
Selection is based on qualities of commitment and accomplishment, including a talent in fostering collaborative relationships. The award is intended to be used by the recipient for personal renewal through experiences such as travel or study. This award honors the many creative people who lead our city’s arts, education, health, and social service agencies. Our community is greatly enhanced by their contributions.
Past Honorees
- 2005: Patsy Lewis, Worcester Community Action Council
- 2006: Linda Cavaioli, YWCA of Central Massachusetts
- 2007: Dominick Marcigliano, Worcester East Side Community Development Corp.
- 2008: Maurice Boisvert, Youth Opportunities Upheld (YOU Inc.)
- 2009: Dennis Rice, Alternatives Unlimited
- 2010: Ron Hadorn, Boys & Girls Club of Worcester
- 2011: William Wallace, Worcester Historical Museum
- 2012: Jean McMurray, Worcester County Food Bank
- 2013: Kevin Bradley, Genesis Club
- 2014: Grace Carmark, Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance
- 2015: Frances Anthes, Family Health Center of Worcester
- 2016: Alex Zequeira, Nativity School
- 2017: T. Diago McClain, Worcester Pay It Forward
- 2018: Gordon Hargrove, Friendly House
- 2019: Parlee Jones, Abby's House
- 2020: Anh Vu Sawyer, Southeast Asian Coalition of Central MA (awarded in 2021)
- 2021: Ernie Floyd, Unity Radio
- 2022: Tim Garvin, United Way of Central MA
- 2023: Dave McMahon, Dismas House
- 2024: Yvette Dyson, Worcester Common Ground
Questions?
Contact Kaela Schmaus
Manager, Executive Operations
508-755-0980