LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Community Service Commission announced the 38 individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations who will be honored at the 2024 Governor’s Service Awards including a Northern Michigan resident and a local organization.
The Governor’s Service Awards have been presented since 1994, and the Michigan Community Service Commission supports Michigan volunteers, organizations and businesses that are committed to service and play a critical role in improving the lives of people and communities.
Piper Shumar of Traverse City will be accepting the Youth Volunteer of the Year Award, and the Friends of Sleeping Bear organization in Empire will be accepting the Community Impact Award.
“Community service makes Michigan a better place to live and every year, we get to honor some exemplary Michiganders who have gone above and beyond to make a real difference in people’s lives,” said Governor Whitmer. “At this year’s award ceremony, I look forward to celebrating 38 people, businesses, and nonprofits for the example they have set for all of us to follow. I hope their stories inspire everyone to go out and make life a little better for those around them. Let’s keep rolling up our sleeves to help our neighbors.”
The Michigan Community Service Commission will host the free event, but registration is required to attend.
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