ND Nonprofit Awards

NDANO's annual North Dakota Nonprofit Awards recognize the exceptional efforts of those working in the state nonprofit sector, both organizations and individuals.

Call for Nominations for 2012 Awards
The 2012 award nomination deadline is April 6. Winners will be recognized during NDANO’s 2012 Nonprofit Leadership Conference in Bismarck on June 6-7. Learn more about the conference.

Walt Odegaard Leadership Award

The Walt Odegaard Leadership Award is given to an individual who has made a difference by strengthening the North Dakota nonprofit sector through leadership, volunteerism and/or philanthropy.

  • 2011 – Sandra Leyland
  • 2010 – Debra Johnson and Joseph Satrom
  • 2009 – Gordon Binek
  • 2008 – Orlin Backes
  • 2007 – Richard L. Brown
  • 2006 – Dave Marion
  • 2005 – Joe Alme
  • 2004 – Gerald Skogley
  • 2003 – Brenda Bjorlie

Innovation Award

The Innovation Award is given to a nonprofit organization that has demonstrated leadership in developing innovative partnerships that solve problems, build community and/or enhance quality of life.

  • 2011 – Beyond Shelter, Inc.
  • 2010 – Family HealthCare Center
  • 2009 – Bethel Lutheran Home and Bethel Lutheran Foundation
  • 2008 – The Village Family Service Center
  • 2007 – Farm Rescue
  • 2006 – Central Dakota Children’s Choir
  • 2005 – Dakota Heartland Champion Community
  • 2004 – Healthy Williston...Healthy Youth Coalition
  • 2003 – CHARISM