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 that 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 Friday, April 11, 2008. 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, FL 34995

Fax: (772) 220-7771

E-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. Prizes are sponsored by attorney David Golden.

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 12th 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.