2024 Award Recipients
Bozzuto Family Award - William Bergeron and Mariel Bergeron Grace
Presented to a family who, through volunteer and philanthropic support, has a made a significant impact on the organization.
Eunice Kennedy Shriver Award - Brandon Knight
Presented to the Special Olympics athlete who best exemplifies the spirit of Special Olympics above and beyond the requirements of a Spirit of Life winner.
Lew Perkins Award - Kevin Grimes
Presented to the individual coach who has made a significant impact on Special Olympics athletes in the areas of training and physical fitness.
Sheila Schmidt Award - Tom and LuAnn Krywinski
Presented to the volunteer who, through unselfish efforts, has made a significant impact on the entire organization.
Eunice Murtha Award - Chris and Catherine Kortlandt
Presented to an individual or family who, through philanthropic means, has made a significant impact on the organization.
Community Award - The Connecticut Elks
Presented to the company or organization that has made a significant impact on the organization through financial and volunteer support.
Susan Saint James Award - Robert "Beau" Doherty
Outstanding Local Program Award - Special Olympics West Hartford
Presented to the Local Program that exemplifies the true meaning of Special Olympics.
Golisano Health Leadership Award - MD23 Connecticut Lions
The Norman Hanenbaum Lifetime Service Award - Barry and Joyce Baiardi & Don and Deborah Conklin
Spirit of Life Awards - David Strick, Paul Kleva, Andrew McMillian, Bethel School District
Presented to athletes who exemplifies the true meaning of Special Olympics.
Unsung Hero Awards - Officer Erin Connole, Robin Sorey, Mike Law, Rose Doolittle, George Millerd
This award recognizes volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes for Special Olympics Connecticut with no expectation of recognition or reward.
