2025 ANNUAL AWARDS
2025 awards Nominations
Help us recognize outstanding individuals and organizations making a difference through advocacy, impact, and volunteerism. Use the form linked below to nominate someone who supports the work of United Way of the Piedmont.
You can submit a nomination for one or multiple award categories—it's up to you! Please submit your nominations by March 7.
These awards will be presented at our Annual Celebration in June 2025. See below for last year's winners.
2024 award Winners
Thank you to these individuals and organizations that have gone above and beyond for our community!
List of Services
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Advocate of the YearList Item 1
Winner: Scott Neely
Presenter: Shauntè Evans
Awarded to the United Way of the Piedmont supporter who carries high the banner of United Way and is vocal regarding community issues and UWP’s work to address them.
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AmeriCorps VISTA of the Year
Winner: Samantha Reinhardt
Presenter: Dr. Bennie Harris
Awarded to the AmeriCorps VISTA member who embodies what it means to be part of the VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America) national service program.
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Community Partner Award
Winner: One Spartanburg, Inc.
Presenter: Mitch Kennedy
Awarded to a community partner who goes above and beyond the call of duty in partnering with United Way to educate others about community issues and needs.
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Tom Barnet Award for Volunteer ServiceList Item 2
Winner: Al Gauthier
Presenter: Sarah Keim
Awarded to a UWP volunteer whose commitment to our mission and investment of time is extraordinary.
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Tomeka Pierce African American Leadership AwardList Item 3
Winner: Marchele Garrett
Presenter: Joey Fowler
Awarded to a current member of our African American Leadership Society (AALS) who has contributed to the success of AALS and the mission of United Way of the Piedmont.
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Women United Award
Winner: Carla Benton
Presenter: Sky Foster
Awarded to a current member of Women United who has contributed to the success of Women United and the mission of United Way of the Piedmont.
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Walter S. Montgomery Young Leader Award
Winner: Mary Kathryn Ward
Presenter: Michael Langley
Awarded to a current member of Young Leaders who has contributed to the success of Young Leaders and the mission of United Way of the Piedmont.