SHINE Nominations | My Sister's Keeper

My Sister’s Keeper is dedicated to the financial, emotional, mental, and physical well-being of the communities, and celebrates the important contributions that women of color are making within them.

On December 16th, 2023, MSK will host its first Annual SHINE Benefit Gala. In addition to raising funds for a local nonprofit, we will recognize a selection of nominated women and women-led organizations for the ways they exemplify SHINE (Sisters who Help, Inspire, and Nurture Excellence in our communities).

Reserve Your Spot

Saturday, December 16th, 6pm

How to submit a nomination

We invite you to nominate an individual or organization that embodies the spirit of propelling others to achieve greater through their work and generosity. Nominations will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10th, 2023. Submit your nominations via email to info@iam-msk.org.

Nomination and Award Information

Nominating is simple - we only require a 300-word description of your nominee. Please provide first and last name and contact information for you and the nominee.
Be as specific and detailed as possible.
You may also submit a testimonial video in place of a recommendation letter (this is not required).
Please nominate someone other than yourself.
More than 1 nomination can be submitted on behalf of a nominee, if submitted by different individuals. Feel free to solicit support from others in the community.
Anonymous nominations will not be accepted.

Criteria

A woman of color or black woman owned business that has made a demonstrable, positive impact on our community. Cite tangible and quantifiable examples and discuss evidence of dedication, innovation, creativity and vision; include how nominee inspires and motivates others to act charitably. Include details of direct support, including the financial contributions, volunteer activities, number of people impacted, outcomes, etc. Share an inspirational story or anecdotal information; be descriptive. What ongoing activities and overall efforts has the nominee made? What is your honoree doing with other groups?

SHINE

Nominee embodies integrity and demonstrates outstanding commitment to the community through the development of charitable programs, volunteering, and leadership. Nominees’ contribution is effective, creative, and/or stimulating. Nominee has a history of voluntary service or financial support of nonprofit organizations. Nominee may also have an involvement in advocating for positive communal changes within the community. History reflected of their informing and educating of individuals at a local level that promotes growth and peer leadership from within the community. Provision of political awareness in a relatable way to the community. Nominee carries self in an exemplary manner and consistently demonstrates the pillars of SHINE:

SISTERS

Nominee identifies as and is a strong advocate of women of color, as demonstrated by a history of personal lived experience and unwavering support to other women in our community.

HELP

Nominees must show history of helping and giving back to the community in a not-for-self nor self-promotional way. The candidate will have a proven history of selfless contributions that help to propel or uplift others. Their generosity may be seen in the encouragement of others to take leadership roles. Evidence of efforts can be seen through financial support, encouragement, or the motivation of others amongst many other exhibited means to help.

INSPIRE

Nominee shows passion to the uplifting and empowering of self, mentees, family, friends, peers, and community through actions, deeds, and school/ civic/ community service. Nominee inspires others to take leadership roles, support roles and an interest in their community either through volunteering, donating, advocating, or mentoring. Nominee has evidence of support of projects in the community.

NURTURE

Nominee has affected positive changes in the behavior, attitude, academic or intellectual progress, and overall growth and development of individuals. Nominee has a proven record of exceptional generosity. Exceptional leadership skills have been shown in coordinating groups of volunteers, support groups, growth groups, or educational groups whereby individuals are nurtured to be better people for themselves and in their community. The nominee has committed time, effort, and resources to providing quality leadership and organized support for the betterment of society.

EXCELLENCE

Nominee's efforts have directly and demonstrably contributed to the progression of women of color in our community.