To: Around Wellington – Attn.: Krista Martinelli
From: YWCA of Palm Beach County
Re: 2010 Grace Hoadley Dodge Award Nominations
Date: April 7, 2010
Contact: Allyson Samiljan – 561-640-0050
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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The YWCA of Palm Beach County is seeking nominations for its Grace Hoadley Dodge Award presented annually to a woman residing in Palm Beach County who has overcome adversity and, in the process of doing so, has not only empowered herself but has also created opportunities for and led other women toward their own empowerment. Through her own growth she has inspired others to embrace challenges, to recognize that courage is nothing more than triumph over fear, and to believe that strength is born of hope and faith. These accomplishments have been achieved with dignity and a commitment to peace, justice and freedom.
Grace Hoadley Dodge began her career as a social worker and philanthropist, initiated tenement reform in 1879, was instrumental in the development of the Teachers’s College which became part of Columbia University in 1889, held one of the first seats for women on New York City’s Board of Education, helped establish the Girls’ Public School Athletic League and served as the first President of the YWCA of the USA.
The award will be presented in June at the YWCA’s annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon.
The deadline for nominations is 4 p.m. on Friday, May 14, 2010.
For more information or to request a Nomination Form, please contact the YWCA at 561-640-0050.