Nominate workplace hero for Pillars of Character Award

PRESS RELEASE DATE: April 7, 2009

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CHARACTER COUNTS! is making its annual call for nominations for the Outstanding Employee Pillar of Character Awards.

Employers and colleagues are encouraged to submit nominations to make sure unsung heroes of the workplace have a chance to be recognized.

Simply write a one-page narrative describing how the employee consistently demonstrates one or more of the Six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship.

The deadline for nominations is April 27. Be sure to include your contact name and phone number with your nomination. Please mail, e-mail or fax the information to:

Holly Laiben

CHARACTER COUNTS! director

PO Box 362

Stuart, FL34995

Fax: (772) 220-7771E-mail: hlaiben@unitedwaymartincounty.org

The six winning employees will be highlighted in the media and recognized at their workplace. Winners receive a prize-filled gift basket and a plaque.

ABOUT CHARACTER COUNTS!

CHARACTER COUNTS! is a program of United Way of Martin County that provides character-building activities and projects in schools and civic organizations. CHARACTER COUNTS!, in its 13th year in Martin County, presents motivational business seminars and works to increase public awareness of the importance of core ethical values.

For more information regarding CHARACTER COUNTS!, please visit www.charactercounts.net or call (772) 283-4800, ext. 234.