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Charles J. Strosacker Award

United Way of Midland County

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

May 1, 2026

3 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Charles J. Strosacker Award

Overview: The Charles J. Strosacker Award recognizes an individual from a United Way partner agency for their extraordinary contribution and leadership in promoting the well-being of Midland County residents. The award embodies the characteristics celebrated by Charles Strosacker: leadership within the community, compassion for those less fortunate, and innovative spirit.

Geographic Scope: Midland County, Michigan

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Employment: Must be employed by a United Way of Midland County partner agency
2. Demonstrated Commitment: Shows extraordinary commitment to improving the quality of life for others
3. Recognition Year: Will be recognized for contributions in the current year
4. Previous Recipients: Has not been a previous Charles J. Strosacker Award recipient
5. Application Deadline: Nominations must be received by May 1, 2026

Award Details:

  • Recognition ceremony and celebration

  • Public acknowledgment of contributions

  • Award presented annually
  • Partner Agencies Eligible:
    United Way of Midland County partner agencies include:

  • 2-1-1 Northeast Michigan

  • American Red Cross East Central Bay

  • Arnold Center

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region

  • Cancer Services

  • Disability Network of Mid-Michigan

  • Family & Children's Services

  • Greater Midland Coleman Family Center

  • Greater Midland Community Center

  • Greater Midland North Family Center

  • Hidden Harvest

  • Home to Stay

  • Legacy Center for Community Success

  • Midland Child Advocacy Center

  • Midland County ESA

  • Midland County Food Assistance Network

  • Midland County Habitat for Humanity

  • Senior Services

  • Shelterhouse

  • Ten16 Recovery Network

  • The Arc of Midland

  • The Rock Center for Youth Development

  • The Salvation Army

  • West Midland Family Center
  • Recent Recipients:

  • 2025: Erich Ostrander, Habitat for Humanity

  • 2024: Beverly Wenzel, The ROCK Center for Youth Development

  • 2023: Kim Stuhler, United Way of Midland County

  • 2022: Charlie Schwedler, Senior Services

  • 2021: Jennifer Chappel, Habitat for Humanity

  • 2020: Angel Moore, Big Brothers Big Sisters

  • 2019: Ann Fillmore, United Way of Midland County

  • 2018: Sheleigh Nicolai, West Midland Family Center

  • (And many more dating back to 1999)
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Access Nomination Form
    - Visit unitedwaymidland.org/strosackeraward/
    - Complete the Charles J. Strosacker Award Nomination Form

    2. Nominee Information (Required)
    - First and last name (required)
    - Job title (required)
    - Organization/Agency (required)
    - Complete mailing address including street, city, state, ZIP (required)
    - Phone number (required)
    - Email address (required)

    3. Nominator Information (If Different Than Nominee)
    - First and last name (required)
    - Job title (required)
    - Organization (required)
    - Complete mailing address (required)
    - Phone number (required)
    - Email address (required)

    4. Narrative Response Questions (Required)

    Leadership: Share how the nominee is leading the way

    Impact: Tell us how the nominee is impacting an individual or our community

    Compassion: Share how the nominee demonstrates compassion for others

    Innovation: Tell us how the nominee demonstrates creativity and innovation in their service to the community

    5. Submit
    - Complete and submit form online
    - Deadline: May 1, 2026

    Evaluation Criteria:

  • Leadership abilities and vision

  • Impact on individuals and community

  • Demonstration of compassion

  • Creativity and innovation in service
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