Mary Gladys Jones Volunteer of the Year Award Grant

Mary Gladys Jones Volunteer of the Year Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
Last Updated: July 19, 2025

Summary

The Mary Gladys Jones Volunteer of the Year Award, presented by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to community service. This award recognizes adult volunteers from the tri-county area for their significant contributions in various fields such as education, health, and environmental efforts. The recipient is granted the honor of directing a monetary award to a nonprofit organization of their choice, furthering the impact of their service.

Overview

Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore As leaders, grant makers, and stewards of philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore connects people who care to causes that matter for the common good of the Lower Eastern Shore. We are a 501c3 nonprofit with an inspiring history of fostering charitable endeavors, and have provided more than $114 million in grants and scholarships to the local community since 1984. We collaborate with individuals, families, and businesses to match their charitable interests with community needs and strengthen local nonprofits through grants and resources. We are devoted to improving our regional community and believe in the power of philanthropy. Mary Gladys Jones Volunteer of the Year Award The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore presents three awards annually. These awards honor distinguished nonprofits, volunteers, and humanitarians in the Lower Shore community. The Mary Gladys Jones Volunteer of the Year Award will be presented annually to an individual who has made outstanding, sustained, and unselfish contributions to community service. Award Criteria Nominees should represent outstanding achievement in the field of direct community service – adult volunteers from the tri-county region who have made significant contributions in such areas of community service as youth, education, human services, community development, health, or the environment. The recipient of the Mary Gladys Jones Volunteer of the Year Award will have the distinct privilege of selecting a qualified nonprofit organization to receive a monetary award in his or her name.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.