2018 Community Inclusion Awards Photos
October 10, 2018
And the Winners of the 2018 SNAC Community Inclusion Awards are…
[Boca Raton, FL – October 10, 2018] – The Unicorn Children’s Foundation sponsored the Special Needs Advisory Coalition (SNAC) of Palm Beach County 2018 Community Inclusion Awards on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at Boca West Country Club. These unsung heroes were recognized for their efforts at building a better and more inclusive community for individuals with special needs and their families in Palm Beach County. Congratulations to all of the nominees, finalists, and winners who embody excellence, integrity and passion in providing support and services to the 12% of residents who have one or more special needs/disability.
Center for Strategic Philanthropy & Civic Engagement Volunteer of the Year
David Lagnado
Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County Innovation & Collaboration of the Year
Gulfstream Goodwill Industries
Mister NonProfit Consultancy Champion of Inclusion Award
Dr. Jack Scott, FAU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
Publix Self-Advocate of the Year
Haley Moss
Quantum Foundation Healthcare Provider of the Year
Dr. Carlos Gadia, NeuroNetwork Partners, LLC
Direct Service Professional of the Year
Jay Van Vechten, American Disabilities Foundation
Respite Care Companion of the Year
Torika Davis, The ARC of Palm Beach County
Employer of the Year
Home Depot/Ken’s Krew
Employee of the Year
Stephanie Soplop, City of Boynton Beach
Teacher/Educator of the Year
Nicole Koppel, Palm Beach School for Autism
Post Secondary Program of the Year
FAU Academy for Community Inclusion
TD Bank Community Choice Award
SOAR – Summer Opportunity for Adult Readiness
The Special Needs Advisory Coalition of Palm Beach County is extremely grateful for the support of our sponsors: Center for Strategic Philanthropy & Civic Engagement; Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County; Farmer’s Table; Mister NonProfit Consultancy; Publix; Quantum Foundation, and Unicorn Children’s Foundation. A special thank you to Miss Teen America Olivia Occhigrossi for assisting with the awards ceremony. Community members are encouraged to have a voice at the monthly SNAC meetings which typically occur on the third Thursday of each month from 2:00 – 4:30pm. Be sure to like and follow our page on Facebook for up-to-date information or call (561) 620-9377 to see how you can get involved. https://www.facebook.com/pbcsnac
[Boca Raton, FL – October 10, 2018] – The Unicorn Children’s Foundation sponsored the Special Needs Advisory Coalition (SNAC) of Palm Beach County 2018 Community Inclusion Awards on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at Boca West Country Club. These unsung heroes were recognized for their efforts at building a better and more inclusive community for individuals with special needs and their families in Palm Beach County. Congratulations to all of the nominees, finalists, and winners who embody excellence, integrity and passion in providing support and services to the 12% of residents who have one or more special needs/disability.
Center for Strategic Philanthropy & Civic Engagement Volunteer of the Year
David Lagnado
Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County Innovation & Collaboration of the Year
Gulfstream Goodwill Industries
Mister NonProfit Consultancy Champion of Inclusion Award
Dr. Jack Scott, FAU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
Publix Self-Advocate of the Year
Haley Moss
Quantum Foundation Healthcare Provider of the Year
Dr. Carlos Gadia, NeuroNetwork Partners, LLC
Direct Service Professional of the Year
Jay Van Vechten, American Disabilities Foundation
Respite Care Companion of the Year
Torika Davis, The ARC of Palm Beach County
Employer of the Year
Home Depot/Ken’s Krew
Employee of the Year
Stephanie Soplop, City of Boynton Beach
Teacher/Educator of the Year
Nicole Koppel, Palm Beach School for Autism
Post Secondary Program of the Year
FAU Academy for Community Inclusion
TD Bank Community Choice Award
SOAR – Summer Opportunity for Adult Readiness
The Special Needs Advisory Coalition of Palm Beach County is extremely grateful for the support of our sponsors: Center for Strategic Philanthropy & Civic Engagement; Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County; Farmer’s Table; Mister NonProfit Consultancy; Publix; Quantum Foundation, and Unicorn Children’s Foundation. A special thank you to Miss Teen America Olivia Occhigrossi for assisting with the awards ceremony. Community members are encouraged to have a voice at the monthly SNAC meetings which typically occur on the third Thursday of each month from 2:00 – 4:30pm. Be sure to like and follow our page on Facebook for up-to-date information or call (561) 620-9377 to see how you can get involved. https://www.facebook.com/pbcsnac
