Through the support of the J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation, UJA-Federation of New York has helped develop services to improve the quality of life for members of our community with disabilities. The success of this effort lies in the devotion of the professionals who enhance the lives of thousands of individuals with disabilities each year. The Butler Foundation and UJA-Federation have established the annual Zella Bronfman Butler Award to honor two professionals in UJA-Federation’s network of agencies who exemplify the highest standards of service.
Nominating the Most-Qualified Candidates
UJA-Federation encourages agency executives and other human-service professionals, as well as Jewish community leaders and family members of clients, to participate in the selection process. Nominators are asked to recommend one individual in each category:
- Direct Service. A dynamic professional whose exceptional skills and dedication profoundly affect the lives of clients with disabilities under his or her supervision or care.
- Community Change Agent. An outstanding professional with the ability to innovate, create, transform, and sustain the delivery of services to people with disabilities and their community.
Nominations are due Wednesday, October 26 2011.
The Award
A commemorative award and $10,000 will be presented to each recipient at a reception that will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2011.
A Fitting Tribute to the Memory of Zella Bronfman Butler
The late Zella Bronfman Butler devoted her life to expanding services that encourage disabled individuals to fulfill their potential. Her legacy lives on in the programs she helped create. The J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation’s support is felt throughout UJA-Federation’s human-service network.