Robert T. Barnhart Day of Caring Service Award

Robert Barnhart is a long-term United Way volunteer. Bob retired after 24 years with Mack. While there he was known to many co-workers as “Mr. United Way.” As a United Way volunteer he took on many roles and believed there was no job he was too proud to do. Bob continues to serve Washington County through United Way and its Day of Caring.

In the Robert T. Barnhart spirit, this award recognizes an individual, team, or organization that goes above and beyond expectations during the Day of Caring, all while displaying a Live United spirit.

Traveling FIRE Award - Outstanding Achievement in Finance, Insurance, & Real Estate

Selection criteria:

• Must be in one of the following categories: Finance, Insurance, or Real Estate
• Received an Outstanding Achievement certificate during the current campaign
• Proof of community involvement & volunteerism to show LIVE UNITED spirit

How it works:

One FIRE business will be selected by the campaign committee to receive the traveling award. This is a perpetual award with 12 plates to be engraved with business name and year. It will remain with the current winning business for a period of up to 12 months.

Outstanding Achievement - Nonprofit Impact Partner Award 

Selection criteria:

• Must be a health and human service agency serving Washington County, MD.
• Must have received an outstanding achievement nonprofit organization certificate
• If currently receiving a Community Impact Grant, agency must be in good standing with United Way of Washington County, MD.

How it works:

The campaign committee selects one nonprofit organization currently receiving Community Impact Grant funds who meet the above criteria. 

Employee Campaign Coordinator of the Year Award 

Selection criteria: 

• Coordinator whose leadership and dedication to the community inspire the LIVE UNITED spirit. Usually involves a creative approach that leads to an increase in campaign.

How it works:

The campaign committee selects one individual for this award.

Michael G. Callas Excellence Award 

Selection Criteria:

• Company that exhibits outstanding community involvement, sustained campaign excellence, and promotes volunteerism. It is usually a top campaign performer.

How it works: 

This award is sponsored by Michael G. Callas Trust. The Campaign Committee selects one winner from the top outstanding achievement winner from various other categories/segments.