FeedsGirl Scouts seek Women of Distinction
The Girl Scouts organization is in search of women who have made a difference in the community.
As part of the annual “Women of Distinction Award,” the Girl Scouts of the Huron Valley Council will honor outstanding area women who have exemplified excellence in business, education, philanthropy and leadership within the community, according to Susan Tamme, manager of special events for the organization.
“It’s a way to recognize women who have made a big contribution,” she said. “This year marks the 10th annual Women of Distinction Award when the Girl Scouts of the Huron Valley Council honors women who demonstrate quality in their profession and/or community service work by giving their time and experience to enrich the lives of others.”
The award also ties into the Girl Scout motto. Honorees who have exhibited through their work a philosophy parallel with the Girl Scouts movement, which promotes leadership, responsibility and decision making skills to inspire girls to become self-confident and resourceful community and business leaders, are key factors Tamme said.
“The women who receive this recognition embody the Girl Scout philosophy to be of service to others,” said Tamme. “We’ve honored a firefighter, a legislative aide, a builder, judges and other women in nontraditional and traditional professions.”
About four to six recipients will be chosen and awarded during a luncheon hosted by the organization. The event will take place at 11:30 a.m. on Sept. 27 at Weber’s Inn in Ann Arbor. Tickets are $40 per person or $300 per table, which includes eight people. All proceeds will go to the Girl Scouts.
“Since the first luncheon was held, the event has raised over $40,000 to fund programs and events for girls as well as training for Girl Scout adult volunteers and maintenance of camps,” said Tamme. “This recognizes women in the community, benefits girls and pays tribute to women who in turn can invite their family and friends to be there when they get honored.”
Requirements for the award are: a female nominee from the Wayne, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe or Oakland counties; someone who sets standards for girls to follow in the future; and are a positive and active presence in their community beyond the scope of their position. A past or present relationship to Girl Scouts is not necessary.
Nominations can be made online at www.gshvc.org or by mail: Girls Scouts of the Huron Valley Council, PO Box 969, Ann Arbor, MI, 48106-0969.
For more information or an application, contact Tamme at 1 (800) 497-2688 ext. 216 or email stamme@gshvc.org.
