Since 1998, the New Canaan Community Foundation has proudly recognized the “unsung heroes” of our community – individuals and groups who selflessly volunteer their time to make a difference. These remarkable volunteers devote their most valuable resource, time, to benefit New Canaan, and their contributions deserve celebration and recognition.
The New Canaan Community Foundation is honored to lead the annual Volunteer Recognition Awards, a program that celebrates extraordinary volunteers, including youth volunteers, adult volunteers, board members, “hands-on” contributors who roll up their sleeves, and volunteer groups who make a collective impact.
This year’s awardees include:
• Hands-On Hall of Fame – Tom Davies, Lapham Community Center
• Board Leadership – Mark Markiewicz, New Canaan Museum & Historical Society
• Hands-On, MVP Award – Linda Wolfgruber, New Canaan Mounted Troop
• Hands-On, MVP Award – Jim Fox, Future Five
• Hands-On, MVP Award – Ty Tan, New Canaan Beautification League
• Hands-On, Rookie of the Year Award – Silvana Cardona, New Canaan Fire Company No. 1
• Outstanding Group, Community Heroes – New Canaan EMS Volunteers
• Outstanding Group, Community Impact – Swap Shop Volunteers
• Youth MVP Award – Ryan Boulanger, Person to Person
• Youth MVP Award – Adelaide Tuff, Open Doors
• Youth Community Leadership – Leo Mikkola-Patel, NCHS
• Youth Initiative – Grace Baker, Waveny Lifecare Network
• Community Foundation Award – Meghan Gould, NCCF
• Jim Cole Inspiration Award – Barbara Johansen, Staying Put in New Canaan
The 2024 Volunteer Recognition Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, November 20th, at 6:00 PM in the New Canaan Town Hall Meeting Room, with a celebratory reception to follow at Pesca. “Our community is incredibly fortunate to have so many caring individuals who go above and beyond in their dedication to others,” said Tracey Karl and Marley Thackray, Co-Chairs of the NCCF Volunteer Recognition Committee. “We are honored to shine a light on their efforts and celebrate their impact.” All are welcome to join in recognizing the remarkable volunteers who make New Canaan a stronger and more vibrant community. For more information and to RSVP to reception visit: about the Volunteer Recognition Awards, please visit: https://www.newcanaancf.org/volunteer-recognition
