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July 19, 2005
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Jenco Foundation Seeks 'Unsung Heroes' in Appalachia
Dear Editor: Do your readers know of "unsung heroes" in their midst, people who work hard every day to make their communities a better place to live?
If so, the Jenco Foundation of Athens, Ohio, would like to hear about these worthy individuals. The Jenco Foundation was created in 2001 by Terry Anderson to recognize and reward people who are working for the dignity and sense of worth of the people of Appalachia. The primary focus of Jenco activities is the 29 counties of Appalachian Ohio as well as the state of West Virginia.
Since its inception four years ago, our all-volunteer board has expanded from five members to 12. With generous community support, over the past three years the foundation has given more than $20,000 to exceptional people whose direct, caring action has contributed to the quality of life of individuals living in our region-an activist for the homeless, the founder of a rural community center, and others who are making a difference. Now we are seeking nominations for the 2005 Jenco Award, which is an unrestricted grant of $5,000.
The Jenco Foundation does not fund project grants or organizational grants at this time. The award is intended to recognize individual work that has already been done or is ongoing. Preference is given to those remarkable people whose accomplishments are made on a volunteer basis or transcend their customary job description.
To nominate someone for the 2005 Jenco Award, readers are asked to send a detailed letter to the Board of Directors, Jenco Foundation, PO Box 783, Athens, Ohio 45701. Letters must be postmarked by August 15, 2005. Letters of nomination should include contact information for both the nominator and the nominee, and support materials such as published articles and videos are welcome.
As vice-chair of the Jenco board of directors, I encourage your readers to help shine the spotlight on some of our region's most talented and deserving people.
Sincerely,
Sharon Hatfield
Athens, Ohio 45701
