In honor of individuals whose on-going professional efforts have had a significant impact on Jewish life in Western Massachusetts, the Outstanding Professional Leadership award recipient will be selected from among nominees who are:

• A professional leader at a Jewish education institute AND 
• A professional leader at a Jewish community organization.

Who Is Eligible?

Any individual who:

• Is currently employed by (and has worked for a minimum of two years at) a Western Massachusetts Jewish community organization or educational institution located in Hampshire, Hampden, Franklin and/or Berkshire County (excluding the Harold Grinspoon Foundation) AND
• Has not been honored publicly in a Jewish community forum.

What Are the Benefits?

Each winner recieves:

• A $500 tzedakah award to be donated to a Jewish organization of the winner's choice.
• A $500 cash award.
• Public recognition at a Jewish community event, as well as in the Jewish Ledger and via other local Jewish organizations.

To nominate an outstanding teen leader, FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW by Jan. 13, 2012.