Alex Didier Award in Philanthropy
Recognizes a person or couple who has significantly contributed to the field of philanthropy in the region.
Professional Award in Philanthropy
Recognizes the efforts of a professional advisor such as an attorney, accountant, financial planner, or other professional who has significantly contributed to philanthropy in the region.
President's Award
Recognizes the efforts of an individual or group that has provided significant and long-term support to the Community Foundation and the greater community at large.
ATHENA Award
Honors exceptional women leaders who inspire others to achieve excellence in their professional and personal lives. This award is presented by the Women’s Fund and sponsored by HealthPartners Central Minnesota Clinics and the St. Cloud Times.
MARILYN AND BOB OBERMILER - ALEX DIDIER AWARD
The Obermillers have been generous with both their time and treasure. They have given hours of their lives to create a better community through a variety of volunteer engagements.
FRED SHERMOCK - PROFESSIONAL AWARD
Fred, owner of Shermock Financial Services, is an advocate of charitable giving—when working with his clients and in pursuing his volunteer interests. He has worked with numerous nonprofits in their development efforts.
JOHN LEISEN - PRESIDENT'S AWARD
John has been a quiet community leader for many years in business as the president of the former Zapp Bank, an early board member of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation, and chair of the Friends of the Gardens. In these and other countless ways, John has contributed to making the community a better place to live.
CINDY FAYE JOHNSON - ATHENA AWARD
Cindy has excelled both as a financial professional and a community volunteer. She was the first woman financial broker in a St. Cloud office and now serves as senior vice president of investments at UBS Financial Services Inc. She dedicates time to a variety of causes, many of which focus on the welfare of girls and women.
