Humanitarian Awards Brunch

Each May, The Arc Mid-Hudson hosts the Humanitarian Awards Brunch, a special event recognizing community members, businesses, employees, and advocates who have made outstanding contributions to our organization and the people we support.

Guests are invited to spend an enjoyable day celebrating the individuals and businesses who generously lend their time, talent, and support to The Arc Mid-Hudson. This meaningful event honors those who help strengthen our mission and make a lasting difference in the community.

Past Honorees

2026

  • Senator Michelle Hinchey – Humanitarian of the Year
  • Sawyer Motors – Heart of Gold
  • Off the Wheat Sweets – Employer of the Year
  • Rev. Jennifer Bendelius – Jack Deyo Advocacy Award
  • Jeanette DeBeaumont – Personal Achievement
  • Gregory Ashe – Employee of the Year

2025

  • Anthony Tampone – Humanitarian of the Year
  • Jack Ruddick – Jack Deyo Award for Advocacy
  • J&A Roofing – Heart of Gold Award
  • Abe Rivera – Personal Achievement Award
  • MyTown Marketplace – Employer of the Year
  • Lauren Habernig – Employee of the Year

2024

  • John Rhodes – Humanitarian of the Year
  • Mikayla Hoskins – Jack Deyo Award for Advocacy
  • Creekside Bar & Bistro – Heart of Gold
  • Heather Olsen – Personal Achievement
  • Maeve’s Place – Employer of the Year
  • Latoyia McNabb – Employee of the Year

2023

  • Angelo Angerame from Hudson Regional LTC Pharmacy – Humanitarian of the Year
  • The Nearing Butremuk Foundation – Heart of Gold
  • Susan Sassano – Jack Deyo Award for Advocacy
  • Miranda Carey – Personal Achievement
  • Shoprite, Ellenville – Employer of the Year
  • Andrea Richards – Employee of the Year

2022

  • Dave Amato and Ole Savannah Southern Table & Bar – Humanitarian of the Year
  • The Leandro P. Rizzuto Foundation – Heart of Gold
  • Chrissy Bierganns – Jack Deyo Award for Advocacy
  • Potters Table – Employer of the Year
  • Danielle Beesimer – Employee of the Year
  • John Paul Cante – Personal Achievement Award

2021

  • Bob Siracusano and Sawyer Motors – Humanitarian of the Year
  • Nadine Ferraro – Heart of Gold
  • Susan Lucas – Jack Deyo Award for Advocacy
  • Westwind Orchard & Cidery – Employer of the Year
  • Chris Dugan – Employee of the Year
  • Jess Puccio – Personal Achievement Award

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Sponsoring a fundraising event is a meaningful way to support The Arc Mid-Hudson while connecting your business with the local community. Event sponsors help make these special gatherings possible and directly support programs, services, and opportunities for the people and families we serve.

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