Annual Award Recipients

Our Board of Directors receives nominations throughout the year for consideration of who to award the annual Outstanding Difference Maker Award to.  In addition, at times we hold fundraisers to present an award check to the recipient's charity.  If you believe an individual or group is worthy of such distinguished recognition, contact our office.  Only a few greats have received this annual prestigious award of OUTSTANDING DIFFERENCE MAKER award recipient. 

Our next Award Recipients will be formally announced shortly.

CURRENT AWARD RECIPIENT

The 2008 AWARD PRESENTATION was held during the May 2008 Washington State PTA Convention.

Our 2008 Award Recipient is none other than Darrell Scott, founder of Rachel's Challenge (www.RachelsChallenge.org) and father of Rachel, who was the first student to be killed during the Columbine High School shootings.  Rachel's story, legacy and the impact of the organization created as a result of her untimely death amazes and inspires everyone.  They have reached tens of thousands of students, have created a "chain reaction of hope and love" to fellow students, and are true difference makers.  It is an honor to provide this award to such a deserving individual and team of tireless volunteers.

PAST AWARD RECIPIENTS

• California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
  For the significance his after school programs made across the state of California, and now states across the country.

• Former Washington Governor Gary Locke (was appointed President Obama's Secretary of Commerce)
  For his efforts as Governor in education and safety for children by making changes in the law to protect the children in the State of Washington.