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KUAM CareForce to honor special individuals

by Marie Calvo Monge

Guam - In every community, there are individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to make a difference for the better and Guam is no exception. Over the past few months, nominations for the first annual KUAM Careforce Honors Awards were solicited from the public.  A selection panel comprised of individuals from various local companies and community leaders helped determine honorees from qualified nominations received. 

The honorees will be publicly announced and honored in an awards ceremony this Saturday, November 19^th at the Cars Plus Showroom in Maite beginning at 6pm.  Tickets are $25 and proceeds benefit Rigalu, the First Lady's  Foundation providing awareness, advocacy, and support for foster care, early child development and sports tourism on Guam. 

The KUAM Careforce Honors 2011 aims to recognize those exceptional people whose passion, dedication, service, and relentless efforts have made our island a better place. Honors will be presented to individuals in the following categories:

The Hope for Tomorrow Honor – Awarded and outstanding young role model and achiever in our community between the ages of 6 to 17.  Their efforts helped those in need and motivated others to make a difference.

The Selfless Service Honor – Awarded to an individual who tirelessly devotes their time to bettering our community as a volunteer and/or organizer. 

The Health and Wellness Honor – Awarded to an individual whose service, dedication, and/or innovation in the field of health and wellness has made a difference in the community. 

The Think Green Honor - Awarded to an individual who, through their efforts, has aimed to help protect, sustain and foster respect and care of our environment.

A'adahen I Kottura Honor - Awarded to an individual who has worked to preserve and promote our Chamoru culture.

The event will also feature performances from the Mount Carmel School Phoenix Band, the students of Hurao Academy and the cast of "Once on This Island" being performed at the FDMS Phoenix Center this December.  A sumptuous pupu menu from Meskla will also be available for event patrons.

For tickets or more information, please call Bettyann Guerrero at 635-5836.