2024 Community Spirit Award
Nomination Form for Volunteer Recognition
This award will be given to one volunteer who exemplifies the commitment to community service and "can-do" spirit of long-time volunteer and Giants Community Fund Board Member Emeritus, Isabelle Lemon. We wish to encourage and reward others for stepping up to create positive change in the communities in which they live and work. The award winner will be recognized at the Giants game on
Monday, August 19. The winner will receive a $2,500 grant for the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to which they are committed as a volunteer.
We especially encourage community non-profits to recognize those who have stepped up beyond their usual volunteer role to assist with overcoming challenges (racial justice, gun violence, mental health, etc.).
Grant eligibility:
- Is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in good standing
- Is based in Northern California, Western Nevada or Southern Oregon
- Demonstrates non-discriminatory practices
- Is not a political/legislative organization
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT ANY MATERIALS BY MAIL OR EMAIL AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED OR RETURNED. PLEASE DO NOT EXCEED THE APPLICATION WORD LIMITS, OR YOUR INFORMATION MAY NOT BE REVIEWED.
If an application is selected as a finalist, additional materials may be requested such as:
• The latest 12-month financial statement
• The most recent IRS tax determination letter confirming 501(c)(3) status
TIMELINE
All applications must be received online by the deadline of Wednesday, August 7 at 5 p.m. The award winner will be notified by Wednesday, August 14 and will be recognized at the Giants game on Monday, August 19 at 6:45 p.m. For questions or for more information, please contact:Vivian Padilla at vpadilla@sfgiants.com or Josie Powell at jpowell@sfgiants.com.