Awards
The NGMA Awards recognize three deserving grants management professionals in the categories listed below. The awards are presented at NGMA’s Annual Grants Training (AGT), an in-person training event held every spring in Washington, D.C.
Annual Award Categories
Newton Award for Distinguished Service Recognizes outstanding service and leadership in the grants management field by an NGMA volunteer or partner. Individuals who receive this award show a commitment to the NGMA mission and contribute to the success of the Association's programs. The award is nominated by and voted on by the NGMA Board of Directors.
Impact Award/Public Sector Recognizes exceptional contribution in advancing the field of grants management by a public official at the federal, state, or local level, or by a Congressional representative. This could include a general or specific positive impact on professional grants management practice, methodology, advocacy, partnership, or volunteerism.
Impact Award/Private Sector Recognizes exceptional contribution in advancing the field of grants management by an individual from the private sector, including but not limited to: business and industry, nonprofit organizations, professional associations, and national publications. This could include a general or specific positive impact on professional grants management practice, methodology, advocacy, partnership, or volunteerism.
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2023 Annual Award Recipients

Michael Brown, CGMS Impact Award/Public Sector
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Kerry Neal, Esq. Newton Award
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Tiffany Kesslar, Esq., CGMS
Impact Award Private Sector
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