TriCity Family Services seeking nominations for William D. Barth Award
TriCity Family Services is seeking nominations for the 2019 William D. Barth Award. It offers counseling services and mental health programs for children, teens, families and community members throughout Central Kane County.
Established in 1985 to honor the memory of William D. Barth, a founder of TriCity Family Services and dedicated community leader, the Barth Award recognizes one individual each year who has made a significant and positive impact through community service on the Central Kane County area.
The honor is given to someone whose belief in the community and concern for those living here is shown by an ongoing involvement in community life.
The recipient will have worked for the community by participating in activities affecting the quality of life in the Tri-Cities area, which include civic, service, charitable, educational, cultural, youth and recreational organizations, as well as church and government.
In addition, the person selected will also be someone recognized as a community leader by his/her peers.
Nominations for the 2019 William D. Barth Award must be received by Monday, Oct. 7.
A nomination form is available but is not required if equivalent information is submitted.
All Barth Award nominations must be submitted in writing.
The 2019 William D. Barth Award will be presented at TriCity Family Services' William D. Barth Award Dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, at Riverside Receptions, 35 N. River Lane, Geneva.
The event features a buffet dinner and cash bar. There is no cost to attend, though donations are appreciated.
To download the nomination form, or to learn more about TriCity Family Services, visit www.tricityfamilyservices.org or call (630) 232-1070.
Nominations should be mailed to TriCity Family Services, c/o Michelle Rollins, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva, IL 60134; faxed to (630) 232-1471; or emailed to mrollins@tricityfamilyservices.org.
Past recipients of the William D. Barth Award include: Melinda Kintz, 2018; Judy and Dudley Burgess, 2017; Clint Hull, 2016; Carolyn Fabian, 2015; Joanne Spitz, 2014; Fred Norris, 2013; Carolyn Sprawka, 2012; Sarah Kimber, 2011; James Kintz, 2010; Mary Lu O'Halloran, 2009; Pam Mann, 2008; Doris Hunt, 2007; Cris Anderson, 2006; Steve Lillie, 2005; Peg Halladay, 2004; Vernon Oie, 2003; Melinda Hinners, 2002; Darlene Marcusson, 2001; Betsy Penny, 2000; Marjorie Hissong, 1999; Robert Hawse, 1998; Carol Rosene, 1997; Ralph & Lucile Little, 1996; Vernon Guynn, 1995; Howard Wallin, 1994; James Abbot, 1993; Joanne Hansen, 1992; Max Hunt, 1991; Russell Forkins, 1990; Nellie Wood, 1989; Nancy Temple, 1988; Glen Haines, 1987; Jim McCausland, 1986; and Frank Burgess, 1985.