Three VCCV Board Members Win Awards

The Women of Persimmon Celebration held its 5th annual fundraising luncheon for the YWCA of Black Hawk County. The purpose of the event is to recognize outstanding women and organizations who exemplify our mission to eliminate racism and empower women in their daily lives and businesses. There are five nomination categories: Professional Woman, Volunteer, Young Women of Tomorrow, Youth Advocate and Organization that Empowers Women. The sixth award given is the YWCA Woman of Persimmon Award, awarded to someone who’s made an important impact on the YWCA over the years.

VCCV Board Member, Julie Pitzen received the Professional Woman Award and Amy Costliow the Young Women of Tomorrow Award.

VCCV Board Member, Chris Vadner was awarded "Board Member of the Year" at the 7th Annual Cedar Valley Nonprofit Awards Luncheon hosted on April 15th in the Commons Ballroom at UNI. The event was hosted by UNI's Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association (formerly American Humanics).