United Way of Greater Niagara celebrates community champions at annual awards breakfast

United Way of Greater Niagara Press Release & Photo

United Way of Greater Niagara held its annual awards breakfast Friday at Wurlitzer Events, honoring local individuals, organizations and businesses that have made a significant impact on the community through their generosity, leadership and service.

The event brought together almost 200 community members, partners and supporters for a morning of recognition and reflection on the power of giving back.

“This breakfast is our way of saying thank you,” said Andrea Gray, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Niagara. “Our honorees exemplify what it means to live united and uplift the community. Their commitment fuels the work we do every day.”

The morning’s program included presentations to this year’s award recipients (listed below), who were recognized for outstanding contributions in volunteerism, corporate partnership, youth engagement, and leadership.

√ Niagara Orleans Labor Council’s Russell Quarantello Community Services Award: Trevor Ganshaw

√ Joseph C. Weber III “Think Positive…Think United Way” Award: Nicole Printup

√ Norman Sinclair Humanitarian Award: Michael Radecke

√ President’s Award: Connie Brown

√ Caring Cup Award: Kenan Center

√ Inclusivity Award: David Taylor, Ph.D.

√ Shining Star Award: Niagara Wheatfield’s Family Support Center

√ Youth Advocacy Award: Starpoint Middle School National Junior Honor Society

United Way of Greater Niagara extends heartfelt thanks to the event sponsors: Highmark of Western New York, M&T Bank, National Grid, Bank on Buffalo, Wegmans, Wittlin, Dry & Dry, Assemblyman Angelo Morinello, SUNY Niagara, Webster’s Bistro & Bar, Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA, and the Niagara Orleans Central Labor Council.

Special thanks to Wurlitzer Events for hosting, to all attendees, and to the many hands that make its mission possible.

More about United Way of Greater Niagara

At United Way of Greater Niagara, we believe that Greater Niagara is a vibrant region where our youth can achieve their full potential through programs and services that address their most critical needs. Our mission is to invest in youth programs that positively impact social, emotional and mental development to support our community today and strengthen it for tomorrow. To learn more, visit www.uwgn.org.