Goodness Grants

Recognizing Goodness

Goodness happens everywhere, and Awardco recognizes it in the communities, organizations, and individuals around us.

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GOODNESS GRANT RECIPIENTS

Hear their stories

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March 2026
Goodness Grant Recipient: The Sammy Center

The Sammy Center is our March Goodness Grant winner!

February 2026
Goodness Grant Recipient: Utah Lunch Debt Relief Foundation

Utah Lunch Debt Relief Foundation works to eliminate school lunch debt and ensure no child goes hungry at school.

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January 2026
Goodness Grant Recipient: Name of the Game

Name of the Game uses basketball to bring care and connection to young BYU fans facing illness, disability, or loss.

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December 2025
Goodness Grant Recipient: A Child's Hope Foundation

A Child’s Hope is a global nonprofit that strengthens care for orphaned and vulnerable children by meeting immediate needs and equipping organizations worldwide to raise the standard of care.

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November 2025
Goodness Grant Recipient: Pink Sync

After her diagnosis, Cami Kapp created Pink Sync to make the path easier for women in treatment. It brings patients and survivors together with community, guidance, and support.

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June 2025
Goodness Grant recipient: Encircle

Encircle creates safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth and their families through therapy, creative programs, and community support—all grounded in the motto “No Sides, Only Love.”

March 2025
Goodness Grant recipient: Leonard Bagalwa

Leonard founded Utah Valley Refugees to help refugees rebuild their lives through housing, education, healthcare, and employment support.

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February 2025
Goodness Grant recipient: Krista Edwards

Krista rescues and rehabilitates birds of prey while educating the public through Feathers for Thought.

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January 2025
Goodness Grant recipient: Marta Beaudry-Murdock

Marta honors her late son by creating spaces for healing and purpose—first through Christian’s Christmas and now with The Healing Ranch and Community.

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December 2024
Goodness Grant recipient: Jen Lundberg

After her husband's passing, Jen founded the WILS Foundation to teach life-saving outdoor safety skills and advocate for helmet safety.

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November 2024
Goodness Grant Recipient: Mike Pritchett

Mike has created a sense of community, independence, and joy for hundreds of children through fishing, hunting, and wildlife mentoring programs.

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March 2024
Goodness Grant Recipient: Felisita Ika

Felisita created the opportunity for students to connect with and celebrate Polynesian culture.

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January 2024
Goodness Grant Recipient: Jan Clark

For years, 90-year-old Jan has opened up her home to those in need. They come to pick out food that has been donated by local stores, and they always leave with a hug.

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September 2023
Goodness Grant Recipient: Mark & Amber Leck

See how Mark and Amber have created a support system for families with special needs.

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June 2023
Goodness Grant Recipient: Rachel Hedman

Rachel started Story Crossroads, an organization meant to unify people of all ages and cultures through the art of storytelling.

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April 2023
Goodness Grant Recipent: Kris Lechman

Kris serves his New Jersey community by combining his two passions: fishing and teaching.

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February 2023
Goodness Grant Recipient: Travis Bellantino

For five years now, Travis has been cleaning West Valley skatepark each morning at 5:30 for so local kids can safely enjoy the park.

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January 2023
Goodness Grant Recipient: Emely Hernandez

When the harshest winter her city had ever seen swept in, Emely took the opportunity to lessen the blow for those in need.

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December 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Jason Hansen

Jason didn’t originally intend on giving away a car for Christmas, but it quickly became a yearly tradition.

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November 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Valerie Evans

When Valerie first volunteered to teach Zumba to seniors, she had no idea how her own life would benefit from this service.

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October 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: David Curneal

David owns and operates the Friends in Need Animal Sanctuary that cares for over 270 animals in need of a home.

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September 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Ashante Salvant

After teen gun violence in her New Jersey hometown hit an all-time high, Ashante decided to create a program to help.

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August 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Brittany Atkinson

In early 2020, as the pandemic spread fear, Brittany was inspired to call the St. Vincent’s soup kitchen to see how she could help the homeless community.

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July 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Natalie Blake

Natalie created her own curriculum to help incarcerated individuals improve their writing skills.

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June 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Tyler Wimmer and Keller Atwood

Like many people, Tyler and Keller wanted to do something to help the people in the Russian and Ukrainian conflict.

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May 2022
Goodness Grant Recipient: Kasey Walkenhurst

As a high school basketball coach, Kasey organizes an annual basketball game for all of the students with disabilities in his area.

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Nominate someone for a Goodness Grant

If you know someone who gives of their time, effort, or emotions to serve those around them, we want to hear about them!

How it works

Good things and good people are around us every day, and Goodness Grants highlight these people and the value they’re bringing to individuals, groups, communities, and organizations.

Do you know someone who selflessly gives of their time and effort to help others around them? Fill out the form to the left! Each quarter we will choose one nominee and highlight them as the recipient of our Goodness Grant to support them and thank them for their efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

Everything you need to know about Goodness Grants.

What are Goodness Grants?
Goodness Grants are Awardco-funded grants given to individuals making a positive impact in their communities. These grants help recognize and support people who are going above and beyond to help others.
Who is eligible to receive a Goodness Grant?
Goodness Grants are awarded to individuals and organizations that demonstrate a commitment to service, community betterment, or charitable initiatives. Recipients can be nominated or selected based on their contributions to making a difference.
How are Goodness Grant recipients selected?
Recipients are chosen based on nominations, stories of impact, and alignment with Awardco’s mission to recognize and reward positive contributions to communities.
What can Goodness Grants be used for?
Goodness Grants can be used for funding community projects, supporting charitable organizations, or assisting individuals in continuing their positive impact. Each grant is designed to empower and uplift those making a difference.
How can I nominate someone for a Goodness Grant?
Nominations can be submitted through the Awardco Goodness Grants page. Simply fill out a form detailing the nominee’s contributions and how the grant would support their work.
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Be a part of something special

If you know of someone who does good in their community, nominate them for a Goodness Grant today!