We know Medina County has great champions for people with developmental differences. We are proud to recognize and honor those who have broken down barriers and helped create a more inclusive and supportive community for all.
2025 Recipients
Past Recipients
2024
Michelle Fortney
Bev Fraiser
Chris Pappas
Ken Richardson
Tracey Radabaugh
Nominations
How to nominate someone
Anyone can nominate someone by completing and submitting the online nomination form below.
Awards may be given for the following reasons:
An individual with a developmental difference, who displays outstanding advocacy in the community (examples: public speaking, volunteering, mentoring, etc.).
A business that impacts the lives of people with developmental differences.
A person/group/public figure that makes a big impact for the DD community through programs, initiatives and/or awareness and inclusion efforts.
Timeline
Nominations are taken all year round (March 1 through February 28)- only those submitted by February 28 of each year will be consider for that year’s awards.
Those who are selected as “Stand Out Champion” award recipients will be announced and recognized in July each year.