BACKGROUND
There are over 1,000 nonprofits in Berkshire County – one of the highest per capita in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Berkshire nonprofit sector is a significant economic driver, employing 1 in 4 people. In partnership with our sponsors, the NPC produces an uplifting annual awards event that recognizes the nonprofit sector’s greatest assets – its people. With The Berkshire Eagle as the major media sponsor, this unique event is widely promoted throughout the Berkshires between January and May.
DESCRIPTION OF EVENT
Nonprofit organizations make outstanding contributions to Berkshire County’s quality of life. The Berkshire Nonprofit Awards recognize the high level of commitment and extraordinary accomplishments of individuals in Berkshire County’s nonprofit community. This is a celebratory event on a weekday morning to honor THE PEOPLE who work tirelessly in the nonprofit sector to serve the Berkshire Community. Nominations are solicited from across the Berkshires in 7 categories: Executive Leadership, Board Leadership, Rock Star (formerly Super Staffer), Unsung Hero, Volunteer, Lifetime Achievement and the Samya Rose Stumo Youth Leadership Award. 7 honorees (one in each category) will be selected by a committee of business and nonprofit leaders.
2022 EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Virtual Event celebrating 7 honorees
Co-host: State Representative William “Smitty” Pignatelli
EVENT TIMELINE
Event announced in January
Six (6) quarter-page ads run in the The Berkshire Eagle from January through May acknowledging sponsors
Nominations accepted through February 28th
Panel of judges meets in March to select honorees
8-page tabloid runs in The Berkshire Eagle on Saturday, May 21st (profiles honorees and acknowledging sponsors)
All the same acknowledgement as the Breakfast Club PLUS
All the same acknowledgement as Bronze category PLUS
All the acknowledgement for Bronze and Silver categories PLUS
Sponsorship not only makes this event possible for the nonprofit sector, but also supports NPC capacity-building programs for nonprofits. Contact: Liana Toscanini (413) 441-9542 or liana@npcberkshires.org