(From Blanchard Valley Center)

We’re pleased to announce the top candidates for the 2025 BVC Effect Awards.

The BVC Effect Awards represent four categories in which we choose to recognize people in our community who are committed to bettering the lives of people with developmental disabilities in Hancock County. Below are the four categories, the finalists, and the 2024 award recipients listed.

Kenny Bender Award for Advocacy and Success

-Roman Mauricio

-Alena Russell

-Jackson Doll

-2024 Award Recipient: Marci Janton

The Extra Mile Award

-Katie Gruenemeyer, PT Services

-Tais Roberts, 1st Choice Family Services

-Christina Frankforther, Unique Choices

-Robin Glick, COR Services

-2024 Award Recipient: Steve McConkey, New Vision

Hurdle to Success Award

-Jerry McNamee & Chandlar

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