The Coalition offers two award programs: 

  1. Pinnacle Awards: Prestigious, application-based awards to recognize excellence.
  2. Community Builders: Awarded to employees of member organizations who help create a thriving community of peer learning. This award is designated by Coalition staff.
Pinnacle Awards - Application Opens Soon

Pinnacle awards are prestigious awards honoring nominees who have demonstrated excellence and commitment to home preservation. Awards will be presented at ReFrame Conference 2023 in Kingsport, Tennessee. 

Four awards in 2023 recognize members and partners who champion home repair. 

Awarded to one member organization demonstrating excellence in program management, homeowner services, operational efficiencies, communications, and volunteer engagement.
Application & Eligibility
  • Submit one PDF or Word Document to the application form (max 4 pages) sharing:

    • A case for why your organization demonstrates overall program excellence (program management, homeowner services, operational efficiencies, partnership development, communications, and/or volunteer engagement) and should be chosen above peers. 

    • Optional attachments (max of 3) can be provided, such as news articles, a letter of recommendation, or an impact report.

    • Quantitative and Qualitative information is encouraged in your application. Please include any significant milestones, local awards, or recent achievements made by your organization. 

    • Please include if your organization has operated in a deficit within two years. Share if your organization predicts a deficit in your current fiscal year. Offer relevant justifications, if applicable.

  • Three finalists will be selected by September 1st.

  • Winning organizations are not eligible to win again for at least four years. Winning organizations will be asked to have a representative on the selection committee for the following five years. 

  • Members be current on dues to be considered.
Awarded to an individual staff person of a member organization whose career has made substantial contributions to a home repair organization.
Application & Eligibility
  • Submit one PDF or Word Document (max two pages) sharing:
    • Professional details about the nominee, including professional achievements, key contributions to your organization, and professional contributions to home repair and/or affordable housing.
    • Optional attachments (max of 2), such as news articles or a resume, can be provided.
    • Quantitative and Qualitative information is encouraged in your application. Please include any significant milestones, local awards, or recent achievements made by the nominee.
Awarded to a federal or state legislator who has displayed a strong commitment to supporting affordable housing

Eligibility & Application:

  • Nominees must be current elected officials (state or federal preferred), appointed officials, or well-known public figures who have demonstrated a long-term commitment to affordable housing.

  • Submit one PDF or Word Document (max two pages) sharing:

    • Share how this official has positively affected affordable housing or your organization's ability to repair more homes, emphasizing home preservation, if applicable.
    • Include if you have a personal connection to the legislator or their staff and if there are any currently scheduled upcoming meetings. 

  • This award will be publicized surrounding the conference, but in-person recognition (DC or in-state) can be made possible.

Awarded to a non-member organization that demonstrates outstanding commitment to funding and advocating for affordable housing and home repair and modification interventions

Eligibility & Application

  • Nominees should be a business, nonprofit, or Coalition with demonstrated financial and/or volunteer commitment to affordable housing.

  • Members are welcome to coordinate to nominate any state or regional businesses or entities that have contributed substantially to a particular region. Mention group nominators in your application.

  • Submit one PDF or Word Document (max two pages) sharing:

    • Professional details about the nominee, including philanthropic commitment to affordable housing, key initiatives, volunteer commitment, region of investment, etc.

    • Share why this partner deserves national recognition for their partnership.
    • Include if you have a personal connection to the business or an employee and if there are any currently scheduled upcoming meetings. 

  • Remote recognition can be made possible on a flexible schedule if necessary, but honoree attendance at the conference is preferred. 

Eligibility & Application

There is one universal application form. Most application content will be submitted as an attachment (.DOC or . PDF)

  • Members must be current on dues to have their nomination considered.
  • The deadline for all applications is August 1, 2023.
  • Members operate differently, and you know your organization best. While we have provided some prompts, we encourage you to use the space to represent your program or nominee how you see best. Page limits are designated in each award description.

Reviewing Applications

Awards will be reviewed by staff, board members, and volunteer committee members. Email Melanie Campbell (melanie@coalitionforhomerepair.org) to volunteer as a peer reviewer. As a collaborative, peer-focused network, many of our reviewers will have prior knowledge of the work being done by a nominated organization. They may have professional relationships with their staff members. Review committees will not have current employees and/or board members of an award if their organization is represented by a nominee.

Staff

Freyja Harris

Freyja Harris

Executive Director, Coalition for Home Repair

Melanie Campbell

Melanie Campbell

Communications & Marketing Coordinator, Coalition for Home Repair

Adrienne Osborne

Adrienne Osborne

Membership & Operations Coordinator, Coalition for Home Repair

Blair Pakowski

Blair Pakowski

Program Coordinator & Compliance Officer, Coalition for Home Repair

Becca Davis

Becca Davis

Executive Advisor, Coalition for Home Repair