As part of the 2009 Duke University Hospital commemoration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a new award will be presented to honor a special employee who demonstrates a commitment to supporting our community.

 

Beginning September 1, 2008, applications are being accepted for the first Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Caregiver Award. The award will recognize excellence in service to our local, national and/or global communities, and the winner will receive an etched crystal award along with $5,000 for the community organization for which she or he volunteers. The application period closes on September 30, 2008.

 

The following criteria will apply:

 

• A single winner will be chosen based on demonstrated level of commitment to service in the   community during the prior year as well as impact on the community.

• Community will be defined as local, national and international arenas.

• The committee will take into account service history.

• Winner must have been a Duke Hospital, School of Medicine, Ambulatory Services, or PRMO employee for 12 months prior to the September 30 cut-off date.

• Cannot be work for which the employee receives direct financial compensation for services.

• Work performed cannot be a direct component of his or her primary job function.

• Nominees may be nominated only once per year by one person, but multiple employees can submit separate application packets for a single candidate.

• Any Duke Medicine employee can nominate an employee.

 

For more information, call 681-3149.