2025 EXCEL Award Winners
Monday, May 5, 2025
Heart of the Community Award
Adventure Connection staff recognition
Northern Light Show Choir volunteer support
Gifts for Seniors program operations
Meals on Wheels delivery and community service
BJ Hack Community Service Award presentation
Notable Quotes (3)
I'm getting paid to do what I love so much.
Staff DedicationDiscussing her role at Adventure Connection.
Some of these seniors it might be the only time they would even get a gift from from anybody.
Gifts for SeniorsExplaining the significance of the holiday program.
When I told them that I was done volunteering, a couple were in tears and actually gave me a hug.
Community ImpactDescribing interaction with Meals on Wheels recipients.
People (5)
Tony HuddleInclusion Para
34-year district veteran recognized for heart and dedication to students.
Rosie DickiVolunteer / President / Treasurer
12-year volunteer affectionately known as 'Mama Rosie' by students.
John SchliceCoordinator
Oversees resource distribution for the 10-county metro area.
Chris FelingVolunteer
Longtime volunteer with nearly 8 years of service to homebound residents.
Jeannie LansCommunity Education Office
Recipient of the BJ Hack Community Service Award with 30+ years of service.
Places Mentioned
Justice Allen Page SchoolGladstone Community Education Center10-county metro areaSchool District 622
Events & Meetings (2)
- December 2023: Initiation of Gifts for Seniors coordination
- August 2024: Receipt of gratitude note from senior