Dorn to Receive UWBA Red Feather Award

Long time Bradford resident and United Way supporter, Richard Dorn, will be the recipient of the 2011 Red Feather Award at a dinner scheduled for June 2nd.

“The community at large should be very pleased that this years award goes to Mr. Dorn, the epitome of a concerned citizen of Bradford”, said Kelly Case, Executive Director. “He has been such a staple to the community for so long, the staff and Board of Directors cannot express enough their pleasure at bestowing such a dignified award to someone so deserving.”

The Red Feather Award was implemented to honor outstanding individuals and/or groups who have made an impact on the local United Way, and the community as a whole, through their day-to-day selfless attitudes, as well as their commitment to exemplify the organization’s mission of community building and enhancing the quality of life in the Bradford area.

“I am surprised and honored to receive this award but think it should be given to someone else”, joked Mr. Dorn.

Mr. Dorn has been involved with the United Way since 1954. His United Way involvement began in Corpus Christi (his home at the time). Since that time he has remained a concerned community member as he believes in the mission of the United Way and the appreciation for one drive (the annual campaign).

Past recipients of the Red Feather award include: Jim Sekel, Doug Bell, Craig Hartburg, Kelly Case, Northwest Savings Bank, Betsy Costello, Diana Ferguson, American Refining Group, Stephen and Marmy Hodges, Mary Ann Quinn, Bob and Mary Galey, Tops Friendly Markets, and Bob Marasco.

“Mr. Dorn was one of the first people I met when I began with the United Way just about one year ago. He is always inquiring how we are doing and what else can be done”, says Megan Minich, Community Relations and Marketing Specialist.

Dorn will officially be honored during a dinner scheduled for June 2nd at 6:00 pm in the Mukaiyama University Room at Pitt-Bradford. There is a cost of $15 for the dinner.