CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The Robbinsville Hamilton Rotary Club has instituted the Vern Applegate Community Service Award, in recognition of the memorable service impact of a late club member, Vernon Applegate. Vern Applegate was a dedicated member of our club, a wonderful family man, consummate gentleman, dedicated community servant, and great Rotarian who put service above self. This annual award honors a member of our community, with significant history and impact with their community service in the local area.
We are calling for nominations for candidates whose work you have either experienced or know of due to their impact to the local community, and who you believe are deserving of service acclaim.
NOMINATION CRITERIA AND NOMINATION FORM
The Award
Recipient/s will receive a plaque and a monetary donation to the organization of their choice. Recipient/s will be publicly recognized by the Club at its regular weekly meeting and on the organization's website.
Who Can Nominate?
All Rotarians and any individual is eligible to nominate, as long as they personally know the nominee or have personally experienced the impact of their work in Mercer County.
Who is Eligible for this award?
A nominee must be a resident of or conduct their volunteerism in Mercer County. There is no age requirement. Members of the Robbinsville Hamilton Rotary Club or other Rotary Clubs are eligible and will be judged solely based on their volunteerism and service excluding their service in the Rotary. One can nominate multiple nominees for this award, as long as they meet the criteria provided.
What are the Nomination Criteria?
To be considered, an on-line nomination form must be completed and letters of support and documentation is encouraged. An Awards Committee selected by the Club will make the final selection of at least one individual (or more if warranted).
Nominees are evaluated based on ways in which they perform exceptional services with significant community impact. A few notable criteria for selection:
- History of consistently demonstrating the qualities of community service, improving the lives of others, and serving as an agent of positive change through their involvement in at least one charitable organization, for at least one year.
- The volunteerism and charitable activities are not part of the nominee's job description or duties. The nominee does not receive any monetary compensation or personal benefits from their involvement.
- Demonstrated notable influence with other community members, through their dedication, mentoring and leadership skills.
- Has demonstrated any extraordinary effort or has overcome any personal or other challenges, obstacles in making their contributions.
In order for the committee to assess your nominee equitably along with other nominees, click here to complete the on-line nomination form, and complete all sections. Inclusion of any letters of support is encouraged. Letters of support can be sent to chris@bukladmerlino.com.
Deadline for nominations is March 10, 2025.