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January 15 – Deadline for Heroes Against Hunger Nominations

At Manna Food Center’s annual Heroes Against Hunger Awards Reception, we recognize community champions in the fight against hunger in three categories – Individual Hero, Corporate Hero & Community Hero. The award winners, nominated by you and chosen by Manna’s Board of Directors, demonstrate a true passion for fighting hunger and feeding hope in Montgomery County.   

Featuring delicious food, a dynamic silent auction and a short, meaningful program, this year’s reception will be the best to date.  Date and location details shared soon, but anticipate mid- to late-April.  Nominate our community heroes and make plans to join us!  

Award Categories & Selection Criteria 

Individual Hero:   

  • Must live or work in Montgomery County 
  • An individual who has been an influencer, leader, and friend of the Montgomery County nonprofit food support community, actively contributing to food security initiatives and making a profound impact toward a hunger-free Montgomery County 
  • Supporter of Manna Food Center through investments of time, treasure, and/or talent 

Past Awardees include: 

  • Jeff Miller, Jeff Miller Consulting 
  • Ellen Teller, Director, FRAC 
  • Joy & Stuart Stein, Philanthropists & volunteers 

Corporate Hero: 

  • Must have a significant corporate presence in Montgomery County 
  • A corporation who has been a consistent partner of the Montgomery County nonprofit food community, supporting with food, funds and friends 
  • Supporter of Manna Food Center through investments of time, treasure, and/or talent 

Past Awardees include:   

  • Adventist HealthCare 
  • Social and Scientific Systems, Inc. 

Community Partner: 

  • Must have a significant community presence in Montgomery County 
  • A community entity, group, or organization which has been actively contributing to a hunger-free Montgomery County  
  • Supporter of Manna Food Center through partnership and collaboration 

Past Awardees include:   

  • The Community Foundation In Montgomery County 
  • Mead Family Foundation 

Submit a nomination today.  Self-nominations are encouraged.  The deadline to submit a nomination is midnight on Wednesday, January 15th 2020. Award recipients will be notified in February. If you have any questions, e-mail Mardia