Purdue accepting nominations for Inspiring Families and Building Communities

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Purdue University's College of Health and Human Sciences is accepting nominations for its 11th annual Inspiring Families and Building Communities award, presented to a program or collaboration that has improved the well being of Indiana families.

The award honors organizations that offer a program or collaboration that supports or unifies families and directly impact the community. Youth programs serving both caregivers and children also will be considered organizations that affect the whole family are encouraged to apply.

A cash award of up to $1,500 will be given to the winning organization. Finalists may receive individual awards of up to $500 each.

Nominations will be accepted until April 27. Self-nominations of an organization, program or collaboration are welcome. All nominations must have the signed endorsement of the local community foundation officer. To obtain more information or a nomination Contact Us or visit www.purdue.edu/inspiring

Nominees and finalists from previous years are encouraged to reapply. Past winners include organizations that have unified family members or have helped people become more knowledgeable and self-sufficient by connecting families with their communities