The Awards of Excellence are presented to
organizations and individuals achieving significant results in the following
categories:
Excellence in Mission Achievement
(Organizations with operating budgets over $1,000,000)
This award will be given to an organization that has developed and implemented
a program, project or technique clearly focused on advancing its mission.
The program or process should be tied to an articulated mission statement
addressing a critical community need. Clear demonstration of mission
achievement can include efficiency in providing maximum services at
the least cost, leveraging funding and collaboration with other nonprofits.
Mission-focused organizations demonstrate significant improvement in:
client service, financial performance, board and volunteer involvement
and resource development.
Excellence in Mission Achievement
(Organizations with operating budgets under $1,000,000)
This award will be given to an organization that has developed and implemented
a program, project or technique clearly focused on advancing their mission.
The program or process will be tied to an articulated mission statement
addressing a critical community need. Clear demonstration of mission
achievement can include efficiency in providing maximum services at
the least cost, leveraging funding and collaboration with other nonprofits.
Mission-focused organizations demonstrate significant improvement in:
client service, financial performance, board and volunteer involvement
and resource development.
Excellence in Communications, in Honor of Robert Miller
Communicating the message about an organization’s work is an ongoing
challenge in the avalanche of the information age. How has your agency
developed strategies and executed a communication program that has successfully
advanced its mission? This award will be presented to an organization
that illustrates success in getting its message to its audience.
Innovation in Action
Organizations in all sectors are challenged to respond to a rapidly
changing environment. Innovative strategies can lead to improved performance
and results. This award will be presented to an organization that has
implemented innovative approaches, such as the use of technology, advanced
business processes or program development to achieve measurable gains
in organizational performance and efficiency.
Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership
The purpose of the Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership award is to recognize
and celebrate a nonprofit executive who exemplifies extraordinary leadership
as the Executive Director/ CEO of nonprofit organizations. Nominations
may be submitted by an organization or individual. The nominee must
be the current chief staff officer of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
in the State of Texas. This organization must be a current member of
the Center. The Center for Nonprofit Management will honor this leader
by awarding $5,000 to the nonprofit organization that he/she leads.
Excellence in Board Leadership
An exceptional board leader works in constructive partnership with the
chief executive, is mission-driven and strategic thinking, links bold
vision and ambitious plans to financial support, expertise and network
of influence, while ensuring that the organization has the infrastructure
and internal capacity it needs. This award will be presented to a board
chairperson who has made a significant contribution to the community
and long-term impact on the organization and whose leadership exhibits
best practices in nonprofit governance. The Center for Nonprofit Management
will honor this leader by awarding $5,000 to the nonprofit organization
that he/she serves.
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for information on criteria for selection and how to apply.
