Do Something Great Awards - The Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Volunteer Service Award Grant

The Do Something Great Awards celebrate individuals who have significantly impacted Macon County through their generosity and dedication. The Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Volunteer Service Award is presented to those who show exceptional leadership and commitment to charitable causes. Nominees should provide detailed accounts of their contributions and community involvement, with the next honorees to be announced in February 2026.

The Do Something Great awards program honors remarkable individuals who’ve made a significant impact through their generosity, skills and dedication to transforming Macon County.
The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation (HICF) has sponsored this program for the past 22 years.
Award presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, devoted great time and effort to charitable causes, and shown a deep commitment of voluntary action to address community needs.

Eligibility

Individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, devoted great time and effort to charitable causes,Please share highlights of the nominee's specific contributions and which award you're nominating them for. Please provide details about their community involvement, the impact of their work, and how they embody the award's criteria. 2026 honorees will be announced in February.