The award honors Colorado difference makers, with the winner receiving up to $50,000
Ent Credit Union, Colorado’s largest credit union, is calling for nominations for its 2024 Ent Community Advocate Award. This prestigious award honors Coloradans who have gone above and beyond to make a positive impact in their communities. Introduced in 2022, the award continues to recognize individuals who demonstrate extraordinary dedication to helping others and create lasting change in Colorado communities.
Previous recipients of the Ent Community Advocate Award have been recognized for stepping up in remarkable ways to make a difference in their communities. From running a cafe that provides free meals to those in need to using personal funds to support special needs students and even offering free medical and dental care to the uninsured, these individuals embody what it means to give back. Among them are two brave men who courageously intervened to stop a gunman at a local club, risking their own lives to protect others. These stories showcase the extraordinary impact that everyday heroes can have on the lives of those around them.
“This award represents Ent Credit Union’s commitment to honoring the unsung heroes who make an immeasurable impact on lives and communities across Colorado,” says Annie Snead, director of community advocacy at Ent Credit Union. “These individuals go above and beyond to serve others, and while we can’t recognize everyone, we are proud to shine a spotlight on those whose kindness and selflessness make the world a better place. With the help of Coloradans, we aim to celebrate the brave people who are stepping up to make our communities safer, stronger and more resilient for all.”
In addition to the recognition, the $50,000 award will either be granted to one winner or, in the event of multiple winners, shared among all selected nominees. Ent encourages nominations that vividly demonstrate the nominee’s involvement in community-oriented actions, charitable causes, projects, events and more. Nominations will be accepted from Nov. 12-Dec. 31, 2024, with the judging period to run from Jan. 1-15, 2025. Awardees will be announced by the end of February.
Do you know an exceptional individual who deserves recognition? To nominate someone for the 2024 Ent Community Advocate Award, visit Ent’s website.