Vermont Business Magazine Every day, ordinary people make extraordinary contributions by putting their own needs aside to help others in our community. The American Red Cross is calling on all Vermont residents to nominate someone for the “Everyday Heroes Awards,” an annual event that salutes these often unsung heroes.
This year, the American Red Cross, along with our sponsor Co-Operative Insurance Companies and our media partner NBC5 – WPTZ, is asking the residents of New Hampshire to nominate a friend, a co-worker or someone they know for the “Everyday Heroes Awards” so that someone who has done something extraordinary can be honored for their selfless acts.
A hero might be someone simply lending a helping hand or someone who’s saved a life.
Possible nomination categories could include:
· Good Samaritan (over 18 or under 18)
o Citizen responsible for an extraordinary act of heroism or courage
· Military member
o Member of the armed forces (active or retired, commissioned or non-commissioned) whose lifesaving action went above and beyond the call of duty – this award may be awarded posthumously
· Fire Fighter
o Professional or volunteer fire fighter or emergency dispatch operator whose lifesaving action went above and beyond the call of duty
· Law Enforcement
o Law enforcement agent whose lifesaving actions went above and beyond the call of duty
· International Services
o Individual, group or company in recognition of their commitment to humanitarian efforts in other parts of the world
· Animal Rescue
o An animal that saved the life of a human, an ordinary citizen who used lifesaving skills to save the life of an animal(s), or to an individual involved in the care of animals.
· Aquatics
o Lifeguard or ordinary citizen whose lifesaving action was able to prevent a serious water-related injury or drowning
· Medical Professional
o Doctor, nurse or EMT whose lifesaving actions went above and beyond the call of duty
· Community Impact
o Presented to a community group, neighborhood organization or local company that consistently demonstrates a commitment to making their community a safer and more compassionate community
· Community Service
o Individual in recognition of volunteering their time to help others in the community
· Lifetime Achievement Award
o Individual in recognition of their lifelong dedication and consistent support to further a cause that benefits the community
(The above are nomination suggestions - each category may not be awarded.)
Everyday Heroes Nominees must meet the following criteria:
1. Nominee must be a resident of Vermont.
2. The heroic act/rescue must have taken place between December 1, 2016 and November 30, 2017.
Nominations are being accepted now through Dec 15, 2017. To nominate a Hero, go to the nomination page.
The winners will be honored at the Everyday Heroes Awards event on Wednesday, April 11, 2017 at the Sheraton Burlington Hotel. The address is 870 Williston Rd. Burlington, VT 05403. The event will begin at 5:30pm and run to 8:30pm. Winners will be awarded in the company of their loved ones, and possibly the people they helped. Videos showcasing their stories, produced by NBC-5, will be shown for an evening of stories that align with the Fundamental Principles of the American Red Cross. More information on the event can be found here.
About Everyday Heroes Awards:
The American Red Cross established the Everyday Heroes Awards in an effort to raise public awareness of local heroes who reflect the mission of the Red Cross by responding in time of need with selfless acts of courage and compassion. The awards are presented by the New Hampshire / Vermont Region of the American Red Cross, Co-operative Insurance Companies, NBC-5, and our community sponsors. If you or your company would like to support these Heroes’ work, become an Everyday Heroes Sponsor.
About The Co-operative Insurance Companies:
Co-operative Insurance Companies are based in Middlebury, Vermont and have been meeting insurance needs since 1915. They are a member-owned, non-assessable co-operative committed to protecting farms, homes, autos and businesses through fast and fair claim service and local operations. They have an AM Best financial rating of A (excellent), and do business throughout Vermont and New Hampshire through a network of local independent insurance agents. For more information, please visit www.co-opinsurance.com
About The American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.