Congratulations Heroes!

2023 Children's Champions

Bob Emerson Scholarship,

presented by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint
Madison Bright & Colleen Blackwood

Crim Fitness Foundation Active & Healthy Leader Award,

presented by Crim Fitness Foundation
Elizabeth Wise

Exceptional Business Award,

presented by JP Morgan Chase
Kids Like Mine

Exceptional Business Award,

presented by Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Business Consultants
Crossover Outreach

Karen Church Lifetime Achievement Award,

presented by McLaren Flint
Honorable Duncan Beagle

Multidisciplinary Team Award,

presented by ELGA Credit Union
Monica Gildner

Multidisciplinary Team Award,

presented by ELGA Credit Union
Sgt. Michael Bernard

Robert & Vickie Weiss Outstanding Youth Award,

presented by Genesee Health System
Victoria Griffith

Roy E. Peterson Caring Adult Award,

presented by Hurley Medical Center
Vanita Wilson

Roy E. Peterson Caring Adult Award,

presented by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint
Kyle Ferguson

Volunteer Engagement to Serve Youth Award,

presented by McLaren Health Plan
Foster Love

Children's Champion Awards

The Children’s Champion Awards were created in 1995 to recognize examples of those in the community doing good things for children. The awards are designed to distinguish and thank individuals, businesses, government agencies, and organizations for their tremendous contributions toward making children a priority in Genesee County.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What do I do when I arrive?

If you are a sponsor See your table number in the message above. When you arrive there will be a board with the table numbers on it to help you get to your table. You can also fly over to our Help Desk for assistance.

If you are a nominee or ticket holder - you can sit in any of the open seating. Our Marvel and DC superhero volunteers will be there to help you. Be sure to grab your nomination certificate if you were nominated for an award!

Do I need to print a ticket?

No, there are no physical tickets. If you RSVP'd or purchased a seat you are all set, you'll just need to give your name or company at the check-in table. Thank you for your support!

Parking

The Downtown Development Authority is our 2023 Parking Sponsor. Parking is available both at the attached University of Michigan Riverfront Conference Center Parking Ramp, and the Rutherford Parking Lot off of Beach St.

The University of Michigan Parking Ramp entrance is located in the front of the building, off Saginaw Street and W. Union Street. After you enter the parking structure, you can take the elevator or stairs to the ground floor. The entry point to the elevator is located on the third and fourth levels of the structure. You will not be able to enter the building through the housing skywalk which is on the third floor, as this is reserved for residence hall students with swipe card access. After you make your way to the ground floor, or if you parked at the Rutherford Lot, you will walk across W. Union Street and enter the main entrance to Riverfront Conference Center. The conference center is to the left of the main entrance lobby.

What about breakfast?

Breakfast, and cold and hot beverages, will be provided. Refreshments will be available at 7:30 am, the program will begin promptly at 8:00 am.

If I was nominated, how will I know if I won?

Winners will be announced live during the program and will be asked to go to the stage. If you win, you will have an optional opportunity to speak for one minute. Please listen closely when the category you were nominated for is announced to find out if you are a winner.