(Quad Cities, IA/IL) Each year, the Jaycees of the Quad Cities honors local community members who are making a positive impact in our area. This year, the annual Jaycees Community Awards Banquet will be held at the Jaycees Hall at 2940 Brady St. in Davenport beginning at 5:30pm. The banquet will feature a cocktail hour at 5:30pm with musical entertainment, and dinner and awards set to start at 6:30pm.
The Jaycees of the Quad Cities’ Community Awards Banquet showcases individual excellence in leadership as demonstrated by outstanding initiative, impact of work, and inspiration of others. All recipients must be under the age of 40 at the time of the banquet (March 2, 2018) in order to be eligible.
Awards will include the following:
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Young Community Leader Award
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Young Religious Leader Award
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Young Educator Award
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Young City Servant Award
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2017 Jaycees Member of the Year
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2017 Jaycees Rookie of the Year
Anyone can nominate an individual for these awards by filling out a nomination form (found on the Jaycees website at: https://www.jayceesqc.org/community-award-banquet) by February 19, 2018 and sending it to info@jayceesqc.org.
Each award recipient will have their name displayed on a plaque inside the Jaycee Hall, and will receive $150 cash honorarium to help them further the good work they do for our community.
“We are honored to recognize the good work being done for the Quad Cities by so many influential individuals. As an organization with a mission based in giving back, we take pride in showing our gratitude for those who consistently make a positive impact on others. The Community Awards Banquet serves as token of our appreciation for the people who make the Quad Cities a wonderful place to live,” said Emily Rollins, VP of Marketing, Jaycees of the Quad Cities.
About Jaycees of the Quad Cities: Jaycees aim to build personal and professional relationships by working together on projects to strengthen and grow the Quad Cities community. The Quad Cities Chapter is one of the oldest chapters in the state of Iowa, and has grown to include young professionals from both sides of the Mississippi River. They pride themselves on blending social opportunities with service such as planning the annual Bridal Expo and Brew Ha Ha which raise funds for charitable initiatives. If you would like more information on this event or on becoming a member, please visit www.jayceesqc.org or call Emily Rollins, VP of Marketing, Jaycees of the Quad Cities at 319-415-8413.
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