2017 Volunteer Award Winners

At the 2017 Annual Chapter meeting that was held on Tuesday, June 13th, some outstanding JDRF volunteers were recognized for their dedication, efforts, and determination in making type 1 turn into type none.

The 2017 Volunteer Award Winners

         Rosalie Maggio Award: Karen Lotman

A lifetime achievement award provided to an individual who emulates Rosalie Maggio’s true spirit of volunteerism. Winners are selected and presented their award by Rosalie’s daughter Maria Maggio Marfuggi.

Karen Lotman, Terri Malenfant
From left: Karen Lotman, Terri Malenfant, JDRF Eastern PA Chapter Board President, and Maria Maggio Marfuggi

                                

Volunteer of the Year: Heather & Al Giacoio

Awarded to an individual volunteer that has provided extraordinary, measurable impact across multiple chapter priority areas (fundraising, outreach, government relations, volunteer development)

Heather Giacoio, Terri Malenfant
From left: Heather Giacoio and Terri Malenfant. Not pictured is Al Giacoio.

 

Corporate Partner Award: AmerisourceBergen/Good Neighbor Pharmacy

Awarded to an employer who engages their organization and workforce in supporting JDRF fundraising, mission and volunteer priorities.

Helen Hammerschmidt and Terri Malenfant
From left: Helen Hammerschmidt, Executive Director, AmerisourceBergen Foundation and Manager of Community Relations at AmerisourceBergen, accepting the award on behalf of Amerisource Bergen/ Good Neighbor Pharmacy. Next to her is Terri Malenfant.

 

Passion Award:  Amy Kirk

Awarded to an individual whose passion for JDRF’s vision of a world without type 1 diabetes is evident in how they represent JDRF in the community, engage others with the organization and instill their passion in those around them.

Amy Kirk and Terri Malenfant
From left: Amy Kirk and Terri Malenfant

 

Young Leadership Award:  Mike Reintjes

Awarded to an individual under the age of 40 who has made significant contributions to the JDRF mission.

Mike Reintjes and Terri Malenfant
From left: Mike Reintjes and Terri Malenfant

 

Innovation Award: Bonnie O’Neil

Awarded an individual or group who introduces a new and creative way to achieve the JDRF mission (fundraising, outreach, advocacy, volunteerism), with high impact that aligns with organizational priorities and capacity.

Bonnie O'Neil and Terri Malenfant
From left: Bonnie O’Neil and Terri Malenfant

 

Unsung Hero:  Steven and Scott Schwartz

Awarded to an individual who makes a significant contribution to the chapter’s success behind the scene, without serving in leadership capacity.

Steven and Scott were unable to attend the JDRF Eastern PA Annual Meeting and therefore a photo is unavailable.

Rookies of the Year:  Daniel Romanelli

Awarded to an individual who has distinguished themselves within their first twelve months of service to JDRF.

Daniel Romanelli and Terri Malenfant
From left: Daniel Romanelli and Terri Malenfant.

 

Rookies of the Year: Liz Woolley

Awarded to an individual who has distinguished themselves within their first twelve months of service to JDRF.

Liz was unable to attend the JDRF Eastern PA Annual Meeting and therefore a photo is unavailable.