2023 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award
Nominations Close Friday, February 10th
It’s time to nominate community changemakers for the 2023 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award.
Who do you know who deserves recognition for creating impact and making a positive change in their community? Nominate your friends or neighbors, community leaders and advocates . . . people who are making New Jersey a better place to live.
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Making a Difference
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Generous Recognition for Honorees
Along with public recognition, Honorees will receive cash awards. There will be one top award of $50,000; two $25,000 awards; and up to seven $7,500 awards.
It only takes a few minutes to nominate someone you work with, volunteer with, or know about through their efforts and commitment to doing good for others.
26th Anniversary Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree Presentation
Winners of the Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award come from all over New Jersey and from all walks of life.
Meet the 2022 Honorees who were recognized at the 26th Anniversary Award Ceremony and hear their inspiring stories.

Past Honorees
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Gilman Choudhury with his Robotics team