United Way of Central Indiana has named the seven winners of the ELEVATE awards, an annual event that recognizes the region’s top young philanthropists.

The Volunteer of the Year Award will be given to a young professional volunteer whose unselfish and dedicated service has made a meaningful and lasting impact in Central Indiana.

The Volunteer Leader of the Year award will go to a young professional who served on a board of directors or committee for a nonprofit organization or foundation and has demonstrated outstanding service, leadership and commitment to its objectives.

The Nonprofit Employee of the Year Award will go to a young professional nonprofit employee who makes exceptional contributions in the workplace and displays leadership qualities that go above and beyond their job responsibilities.

The Employee Resource Group Award will go to a corporate-supported employee/business resource group that developed and executed an impactful event, virtual experience, initiative or project that addresses a social issue important to others in their company and/or Central Indiana.

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advocate of the Year Award winner is a young professional or small group – either through an employer or as a volunteer – who is committed to raising awareness and advocating for a more diverse, equitable and inclusive Central Indiana community.

The Community Ambassador Award will go to a young professional with a passion for Central Indiana who is committed to raising awareness of local issues and opportunities that help their peers become more connected to our community and invested in its growth.

This year we’re excited to introduce eight bright, vibrant and inspiring grand marshals to lead us into the 2022 ELEVATE awards

2021 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advocate Winner

2021 Nonprofit Employee of the Year Winner

2021 Employee Resource Group Winner

2021 Community Ambassador Award Winner

2021 People’s Choice Winner

2021 Volunteer of the Year Winner

2021 Volunteer Leader of the Year Winner (on behalf of Pass the Torch for Women Foundation)