Easter Seals Wisconsin Honors the 2014 Difference-Makers

MADISON, Wis. - Oct. 20, 2014 - PRLog -- MADISON, WI--- The 2014 Easter Seals Wisconsin “Difference-Makers” were honored Tuesday evening at a Recognition Dinner in Madison. These individuals, groups and businesses have inspired others and made outstanding contributions to the disability community statewide and to Easter Seals Wisconsin throughout the years. The Easter Seals Wisconsin Recognition Dinner has been taking place since 1988, honoring supporters for all that they have done for the organization and for people with disabilities in Wisconsin.

The honors handed out during the evening’s festivities included:

·         Lifetime Achievement Award: Bill Holley, Middleton, WI

·         Lifetime Service Award: Bud Gussel, Wisconsin Dells, WI

·         Outstanding Volunteer Award: Keith Posselt, Hortonville, WI

·         Outstanding Partner: Savers Thrift Stores

·         Recognition of Personal Growth & Development: Matt Kluender, Stevens Point, WI

·         Outstanding Corporate Sponsor: Bank of Wisconsin Dells

·         Outstanding Philanthropy: Gregory C. Van Wie Charitable Foundation

Easter Seals Wisconsin is proud to honor these recipients for their wonderful contributions not only to Easter Seals Wisconsin, but to the entire disability community. Easter Seals Wisconsin has been extremely fortunate to benefit from the hard work, commitment, and passion of each and every one these difference-makers.

About Easter Seals Wisconsin:  For more than 85 years, Easter Seals Wisconsin (www.EasterSealsWisconsin.com) has provided services that help children and adults with disabilities gain greater independence. Easter Seals primary services – vocational rehabilitation, respite services, camping and recreation, information and referral, and public education – benefit close to 10,000 individuals with disabilities and their families each year in Wisconsin.