GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - We want to recognize your partnership. Here’s a way to create awareness for your efforts and share your success.

What is it ... This is our fourth year celebrating the “Connecting with Community” Awards looking to recognize collaborative community partnerships in West Michigan. We know there is great work in the community and we want to highlight it. No project is too big or too small if it makes a positive impact. These Connecting with Community Awards are based on inspiration, partnership, long lasting impact in areas like Community Service, Literacy, Diversity, Health, Education and Safety.

Who is it for … We are looking for two or more entities working together requiring each other’s resources and support to accomplish their goals. It can be a business, non-profit, educational group or individuals. Their work together should improve and benefit the community and help solve existing problems.

Deadline for nominations is February 24, 2012.

Here’s How to Nominate:

1. Complete and submit the PDF form and mail to the address below. (Or complete the online form at the bottom of the page) 
   
   ATTN: Connecting with Community Awards
   WOOD TV8
   120 COLLEGE AVE SE
   GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
    
2. Include the names of all the organizations or individuals involved in this collaborative partnership.
    
3. Include a letter or testimonial from those benefiting from this collaborative partnership stating why they should be recognized. Be specific and give details. (Very important to your nomination)

Finalists will be featured on Connecting with Community on 24 Hour News 8 during the months of March and April 2012. A celebration reception with all the winners will be held in May of 2012 at the Gerald R. Ford Museum.

Nomination Form