Shaw Family Foundation helps recognize effective peacemakers
Community of Christ is delighted to announce Shaw Family Foundation is the new co-sponsor of the church’s International Peace Award.
The first award presentation by the sponsorship team will kick off Community of Christ’s 2023 World Conference, streamed live at 7 p.m. April 22 on YouTube.com/@CofChrist.
“My family has enjoyed a close relationship with the Community of Christ for more than 50 years, so when President (Steve) Veazey proposed that Shaw Family Foundation consider enabling this award to continue, our board voted unanimously to partner with Community of Christ in presenting the International Peace Award,” said Shaw Family Foundation President Julie Shaw.
The 2023 recipient is Community Peacemaker Teams. For 35 years, CPT has committed to the transforming power of nonviolent activism through partnerships with grassroots peace movements worldwide. CPT’s work aligns closely with Community of Christ’s pursuit of peace and efforts to abolish poverty and end needless suffering.
Each peace award recipient gets a financial gift and a sculpture of two hands holding a clear glass Earth created by Wyoming artist Gail Sundell. The monetary gift is donated to a charitable peace, justice, or environmental organization of the recipient’s choice.
About the AwardThe International Peace Award has been given since 1993. Award recipients are individuals or organizations that are doing impactful work in the areas of justice and peace. They must not be currently associated with Community of Christ.
About Community of ChristCommunity of Christ has 250,000 members in 60 countries.
About Shaw Family FoundationFounded in 1970 by Francis E. Shaw, the foundation has supported charities and causes that align with its values by investing in meaningful community initiatives. We continue to honor the legacy of Francis E. Shaw and his son, JR Shaw, a foundation director since its formation, through intergenerational work dedicated to philanthropic endeavors.
Shaw Family Foundation collaborates with charities that have a shared sense of purpose and create a positive impact.
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Contact:
Elaine Garrison
Community of Christ
1 816 960 0014
[email protected]
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