
New York Organization Accepting Nominations for “Positive People Award”
People for People Fund – a not-for-profit dedicated to providing temporary financial assistance to Orange, Ulster and Sullivan County residents who experience unexpected financial setbacks – has announced that nominations for its "Positive People Award" are open now through Wednesday, August 7, 2024. For the first time, People for People Fund is asking community members to nominate outstanding individuals and companies that exemplify the spirit of its mission – those that positively contribute to the community and, ultimately, help others.
Nominees must live, work or volunteer in Orange, Ulster or Sullivan County; self-nominations are accepted. For more information about the awards, or to submit a nomination, visit: https://rb.gy/9jbiew.
"People for People Fund would not exist without the support of our community," said Nolly Climes, president, People for People Fund. "These awards will let us thank those who share our vision of 'neighbors helping neighbors'. Whether nominees are familiar with our work or not, we hope that the public will help us recognize those who share our passion for giving back."
Honorees will be notified by Thursday, August 29, 2024; awards will be presented at the Fund's second annual Recognition Breakfast at Wallkill Golf Club on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The public is welcome to join People for People Fund for the free event, though advance registration is required. To attend, please email RSVP@peopleforpeoplefund.org by Monday, September 16, 2024.
About People for People Fund:
People for People Fund is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit that provides one-time grants to Orange, Ulster and Sullivan County residents facing unforeseen financial hardships. This interim support promotes long-term stability, acting as a helping hand for in-need community members. For more information, visit peopleforpeoplefund.org or follow People for People Fund on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Read More: Hudson Valley Organization Awards Over $90K in Emergency Assistance
On a previous episode of In Touch, we spoke with Nolly Climes, Marsi Ann Clark, Tara Bliss, and Barry Lewis from the People for People Fund. People for People helps local, self-reliant people who unexpectedly face an emergency through financial assistance. These one-time grants assist qualified applicants with things like housing, utilities, auto repair and media bills. The organization has awarded $5.2M since its launch, donating $90,000 in 2023 alone.
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