2023 JWEGSTRONG

https://jwegstrong.org/about-justin

In 2016 Justin had finished his first year of college at the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. A few weeks after returning home from competing in the Division 3 college world series he was diagnosed with Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor. Determined to overcome the awful hand he was dealt, Justin continued to live life the only way he know how, always humble and kind. Justin battled for over 3 years undergoing multiple surgeries, several rounds of chemotherapy and radiation. He did not lose his fight with cancer as the fight was never fair from the beginning. With the amazing support from family and friends Justin’s memory lives on forever.

2022 FAMILIES HELPING FAMILIES

famhelpingfam.org

Families Helping Families is a grass roots neighborhood organization started by a Naperville mom in 1994, with the sole focus of helping families facing homelessness in DuPage County. FHF provides apartments and supportive services to families facing homelessness while they are working to reclaim their lives.

2021 ADOPT

adoptpetshelter.org
Animals Deserving of Proper Treatment

A.D.O.P.T. is a private, “no-kill”, non-profit animal shelter located in Naperville, IL. A.D.O.P.T. provides temporary shelter and care to dogs and cats in search of their forever home.

When you adopt an animal from A.D.O.P.T., you save a life, and a space opens up which will welcome another great dog or cat and save its life. In addition, besides the obvious advantage of saving a life, you also get a chance to find a companion who is a good match for your personality and lifestyle.

2019 IGCS

igcs.org
International Gynecologic Cancer Society

The mission of IGCS is to enhance the care of women with gynecologic cancer worldwide through education and training and public awareness.

We achieve our mission through strategic collaborations with regional and international organizations, hosting and supporting scientific meetings, promoting research and publications, outreach, and other activities.

2018 ALS ONE

alsone.org
In honor of Elsie Johnson.

ALS ONE is a partnership of world-leading ALS researchers, doctors, and care practitioners focused on finding treatments for ALS and novel approaches to improve care for those battling the disease now. View photos.

2017 JASON D SINNICK FOUNDATION 40

jasondsinnick.com
In honor of Jason Sinnick.

Jason D Sinnick genuinely and significantly touched many lives during his life, and continues to touch many more after. The Jason D Sinnick Foundation 40 continues to allow Jason to impact and further touch many more lives in name, spirit, activity and actions.

2016 AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION

lung.org
In honor of Joy Morris.

Our vision is a world free of lung disease. The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease.

2015 KENOSHA PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION

mykpl.info
Nadine Anna Eschallier Herz Memorial Fund

For over 100 years, KPL has served the City and County of Kenosha. KPL is the resource library for the Kenosha County Library System. KCLS is a two member library system including KPL and the Community Library, which serves the residents of Kenosha County.

2014 PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH FUND AT THE OSU JAMES CANCER HOSPITAL

cancer.osu.edu
In memory of Mel and Elaine Berry

Pancreatic cancer is the second most prevalent cancer of the gastrointestinal area, and about 46,000 cases are diagnosed each year in the United States. About 90 percent of pancreatic cancers develop in duct cells. The disease can be difficult to detect or diagnose early because patients often have no symptoms or have symptoms that are similar to other illnesses.