GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires announced the names of 7 honorees receiving recognition at the 5th annual Berkshire Nonprofit Awards on May 24. 

 

The Berkshire Nonprofit Awards recognize the accomplishments and dedication of the people who work in the nonprofit sector.

 

A panel of 21 judges from the business and nonprofit sectors deliberated via Zoom to choose one honoree in each of 7 categories from among 86 nominations. The honorees are:

 

Board Leadership: Marie G. Rudden, MD/Berkshire Community Diaper Project

 

Executive Leadership: Ananda Timpane/Railroad Street Youth Project

 

Lifetime Achievement: Gerard E. Burke/Hillcrest Educational Centers

 

Rock Star: Katie Clarke/Community Access to the Arts (CATA)

 

Samya Rose Stumo Youth Leadership: Jade Schnauber/Lever, Inc.

 

Unsung Hero: Courtney Kimball/Construct Inc.

 

Volunteer: Charles Bonenti/Berkshire Immigrant Center

 

"The process of judging many excellent nominations was educational, inspiring, and extremely difficult," said Liana Toscanini, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires. "Truly, each nominee deserves recognition and thanks for their dedication and humanity."

 

On May 24, Representative William "Smitty" Pignatelli will co-host a 45-minute virtual event featuring a presentation to the honorees, a message of inspiration from Lieutenant Governor Polito, entertainment by Music in Common, and a drawing for a $3,000 cash prize for one nonprofit in attendance. 

 

The event is free and open to the public.

 

Register to attend the Berkshire Nonprofit Awards online at npcberkshires.org or call (413) 441-9542.