AWARDS
2006 Humanitarian Awards
On October 23, 2006, the National Conference for Community
and Justice of Greater Dayton (NCCJ) awarded the Levin
Family Foundation as one of its recipients of the Humanitarian
Award. This award is presented because of the Foundation's
commitment to creating an inclusive community by promoting
equality and eliminating discrimination in any form.
Other recipients of the 2006 Humanitarian Award that
evening were:
- Mr. Doug Franklin
- Gary L. Leroy, M.D.
- Dr. Thomas Lesley, II
Dayton
Daily News 2005 Ten Top Women Awards
About the Award
Over the past 43 years, the Dayton Daily News has
honored more than 400 Miami Valley women whose diverse
contributions have helped make our area a better place
to live.
These
women serve as role models for many women, both in the
professional arena and in a community service setting. They
are extra-special women giving unselfishly of their time
and talents.
Karen Levin - 2005 Honoree
What Others Say
"Because of Karen, hearts beat, shots are
given, people are fed, and thirst is quenched. children live
in decent, affordable housing. Spirits soar and souls
are soothed through the arts." [Laurie Straus, Friend]
Karen's Words of Wisdom
"When
I was younger, I studied voice. I learned that one solo
voice singing loud, strong and on key can inspire others
to join in and form a choir.
This is how women should tackle the social
ills plaguing us today. By joining forces and making our
voices heard, we can produce a mighty sound that will
have a far-reaching impact. All we have to do is have the
courage to join in on that first note."

Lighthouse Youth Services
Beacon of Light - Humanitarian Award
Saturday, April, 17, 2004
Every year Lighthouse hosts the Beacon of Light Humanitarian Awards.
This premier event honors community advocates who, by their dedication
to the welfare of children and families, serve as examples for us
all.

Dayton Business Journal
HealthCare Heroes - Community Outreach
Thursday, October 21, 2004
The Dayton Business Journal recognized people who contribute to
health care in our community through their concern for patrons,
their research and inventions, their management skills, their innovative
programs for employees and their service to the poor and uninsured.

Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
Outstanding Foundation Award 2004
Wednesday, November 17, 2004 (National Philanthropy Day)
The Outstanding Foundation Award
recognizes a private or community
foundation that supports not only non-profit organizational goals,
but also offers encouragement and motivation to non-profits. Specific
examples of achievement are:
- Evidence of philanthropic support of innovative
approaches to solving problems in the community
- Description of impact of gift support and
achievements accomplished through the foundation’s efforts
- Evidence of encouragement and motivation given
to others to take leadership roles towards philanthropy
and community involvement

Karen Levin
YWCA Women of Influence
March 3, 2005
The YWCA’s Women of Influence honorees are women who have
made a positive influence on the lives of others, as part of their
careers, as volunteers, as role models and mentors.

Think TV Speaking of Women’s Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Conference Announces Honorees
November, 2004
Caring… Innovative… Compassionate… Sincere… Visionary… Giving
These are the words used to describe the extraordinary two Dayton
area women who will be in the spotlight during the sold-out fourth
annual Speaking of Women’s Health Conference on November 6
at the Dayton Convention Center presented by Think TV. Think TV
is pleased to recognize and honor women in our community who have
made a tremendous influence on the lives of women.
Speaking of Women’s Health and Think TV are excited to announce
the 2004 Honorees. These women have been selected for their outstanding
efforts to enhance the quality of life in the Dayton community through
efforts in the fields of women’s health, well-being and personal
safety.
The 2004 Honorees are:
Karen Lorenz-Levin
Ms. Karen Levin has dedicated
her life to helping the underserved and uninsured of Dayton and those around the world. Lessons learned
from a profound experience of being ill for a long time with no
means of financial support or health insurance herself motivated
Karen to spend her life raising community awareness of the need
for quality medical services for all.
In 1996, Karen became a Physician
Assistant in order to be able to work one-on-one with
those needing health care. She traveled to Belize with
a group to deliver health care and worked with many community
agencies here in Montgomery County to provide the opportunity
for free healthcare testing and information.
As Executive Director and Trustee
of The Levin Family Foundation, Karen has had the opportunity to have a voice in partnering with
agencies to establish new health related programs for children and
adults.
Doing more than providing financial resources, Karen makes
sure she is there to add support and collaborations
that will assist each program to succeed. She:
- Helped to establish the Wellness-On Wheels
Program
- Partnered with
United Way to create the “Grants
for Kids” Program
- Set up the Miami Valley Healthy
Kids Task Force focused on childhood obesity
issues
- Created and implemented the annual “Celebrating
Life and Health” program
to bring those in need of health care services
together to receive testing and information,
have a good meal and good fun, and demystify
the healthcare system.
More projects are in the
planning stages as Karen remains fiercely passionate
about making a difference to the underserved
in the Miami Valley. |