About the Awards of Excellence:
The Providers' Council honors deserving individuals and organizations each year with our Awards of Excellence program at our annual convention.
All honorees are nominated by Council members for these awards and then selected by committee prior to the convention.
Deadline to submit applications: June 10, 2024
Please see the descriptions of each award below:
Business Partnership Award Description:
Providers work in partnership with vendors and receive significant help from corporate partners.
This award will be given to a business that has worked to promote or better the industry.
Chief Executive Officer Award Description:
The Council annually recognizes excellence in the human service profession by presenting awards to our sector’s leadership.
Each year, a chief executive officer or executive director is honored for their outstanding contributions to serving those in need.
Gerry Wright Direct Service Employee Award Description:
Direct service employees provide essential support, services, and above all, care to individuals with varying needs.
Two awards are given to direct service employees to fully recognize outstanding dedication.
Innovator of the Year Award Description:
Innovative business models and practices can promote greater value and increase the social impact of our members.
This award is given to an organization that has launched or grown an exemplary innovative program.
Legislator of the Year Award Description:
Providers often work closely with legislators throughout the year on matters that impact the sector.
This award will honor a state representative and a state senator for outstanding contributions to the industry.
Media Award Description:
The media plays a large role in the public’s perception of the human service industry.
This award will be given for reporting on an industry issue that has positively contributed to the public’s understanding of human services.
Municipal Official of the Year Award Description:
Working relationships with local elected officials are frequently key to provider success.
This award will honor a municipal official for outstanding contributions to the industry.
Ruth M. Batson Advocate of the Year Award Description:
Advocates work tirelessly to secure the funding, services and support that are necessary for people to reach their greatest potential.
This award is given to an individual who demonstrates conviction, devotion and tenacity in support of human services.
State Employee of the Year Award Description:
Provider employees work in partnership with state employees.
This award will honor a state employee who has contributed significantly to the advancement of the provider industry.
Supervisor/Manager of the Year Award Description:
Two outstanding supervisors or managers are recognized each year for demonstrating excellence in leading and managing staff.
Volunteer of the Year Award Description:
Volunteers freely give their time, talent and energy to human services organizations.
This award will be given to a person for exemplary volunteerism within a private provider agency.