Nominations open for All-Heart Parks Advocate of the Year Award

Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services superintendent Joshua Medeiros and last year's All-Heart Parks Advocate of the Year Ellen Zoppo-Sassu at the Dinner on the Diamond 2023. | BPRYCS

Posted By: David Fortier February 3, 2024

Nominations are now open for the for the 2024 All Heart Parks Advocate of the Year Award, which recognizes a volunteer in the community who has made significant contributions to improving the quality of the Bristol Park system.

Community members are encouraged to nominate individuals who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to Bristol parks and recreation, either in the form of land, service, equipment, in-kind labor or other relevant forms of donation or assistance.

Active commissioners and current elected city officials do not qualify. Past commissioners and city officials may be considered. Applications are open through March 29, and those interested in applying for or submitting a nomination for the award can access the form at BristolRec.com.

“Whether it be stewardship, advocacy, leading programs, championing new projects, and/or other kinds of volunteerism – we want to know and we want to celebrate and honor those contributions,” said Community Engagement Coordinator, Erica Benoit, in the release announcing that nominations are now open.

She said she is looking forward to “shining a spotlight on the remarkable community members who dedicate their time, energy, and talents to making a difference and strengthening the fabric of the Bristol community.”

The award recipient will be honored at the 3rd Annual Dinner on the Diamond Fundraiser on Saturday, May 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Muzzy Field.

Individual and couple tickets for Dinner on the Diamond are open to the public at BristolRec.com and provide a rare view from the playing field with tables set up on the infield.

Each table will seat eight people and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, with tickets starting at $125 for individuals and couple tickets priced at $250. Attire is business casual/cocktail and guests are encouraged to use caution if planning to wear heels.

Sponsorship opportunities are available beginning at $400. For table and sponsorship inquiries, or to reserve a table, please contact ericabenoit@bristolct.gov.

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