David Sursa Leadership Award Grant

The David Sursa Leadership Award, established by the Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, honors exceptional leaders who impact the community positively. This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate commitment and service to Delaware County, reflecting the values of its first Board President, David Sursa. A $2,500 grant is awarded to the nominating organization in the recipient's honor, fostering continued philanthropy and community engagement.

Every community benefits from leaders who understand local issues and are able to visualize and promote positive change. The David Sursa Leadership Award recognizes these leaders in our community.
As inaugural Board President of The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, David Sursa blazed a trail for the work and impact of the Foundation in the community. Mr. Sursa served in this role for the first seven years of the organization's history.
Mr. Sursa has been described as a quiet leader. He set an example through his acts of service to others and the professionalism he brought to everything he did. He led with integrity and inspired many others to do the same. He is remembered for his passion in business and the connection that it has on service in the community.
The David Sursa Leadership Award was established in memory of David Sursa’s outstanding contribution to The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County. The purpose of the award is to reward, recognize, and encourage extraordinary leadership by a nonprofit board member displaying the characteristics and commitment to the community exhibited by David Sursa during his lifetime.

Eligibility

Nominees must live or work in Delaware County and his/her service must benefit Delaware County.  A $2,500 award will be given, in the recipient’s honor, to the nominating organization.

Ineligibility

Current board members of the Foundation are not eligible nominees.