Each year, Voices for Children recognizes individuals and organizations from the Brazos Valley who have made significant contributions to the community through their time, actions, talents, and dedication. We welcome nominations from our supporters and community partners to aid us in honoring these individuals and community partners. Award recipients are recognized at the Voices for Children Gala on March 2, 2024. Please review the description of the awards and select the appropriate category for your nominee. Select the Nominations link below to submit your recommendation for nomination.

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Nominations for the 2024 Voices for Children are now closed. Honorees will be announced soon.

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Award Descriptions

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Champion for Children Award

The Champion for Children Award is bestowed upon an individual who has had a significant financial impact on Voices for Children. This individual shows great commitment to advocating for children in the child welfare system through their outstanding efforts in service and support of Voices For Children.

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Ronnie Jackson “Friends of Children” Award

The Ronnie Jackson "Friends of Children" Award goes to an organization or individual that has shown particular devotion to the well-being of children through their support of Voices for Children and demonstrated by their commitment to service. This award was established in 2005 in honor of Ronnie Jackson who was an active community volunteer who championed causes for children and the underprivileged. Ronnie served on the VFC Board of Directors and was active on the golf committee and volunteer recruitment committees. As a dedicated board member, he was present at meetings and contributed solutions, often volunteering to be part of the resolution. He was always advocating for those in need.

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Ron and Judy Winn Foster Parents of the Year Award

In 2018, Judy and Ron Winn established the Foster Parents of the Year Award. This award recognizes foster parents who provide outstanding care for children in foster care on a daily basis. Recipients of this award are selected by the Voices For Children staff. 

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Judy Winn was in our very first CASA training class in 2001 and served as a CASA until 2018 when she took a leave of absence after being diagnosed with cancer. Judy served 25 children on 11 cases, before her passing on June 14, 2019. Ron actively supported Judy in her role as a CASA and continues to support the mission of Voices for Children. 

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Bonnie Wikse Advocate of the Year Award

The Bonnie Wikse Advocate of the Year Award recognizes a CASA volunteer who the Voices for Children staff believes is an excellent representation of what a CASA should look like. This award is named for the late Bonnie Wikse, one of Voices For Children’s dedicated advocates. Bonnie became a CASA volunteer in 2008 and served in the role until 2014. During her time as a CASA, Bonnie served four children, on three separate cases and made a positive impact on each child she served.

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Judge John Delaney Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award goes to an individual who is a true representation of the heart of Voices for Children. The honoree of this award has displayed great dedication to improving the lives of children in the child welfare system through many years of tireless service. This award does not have to be annual, but should only be given when seen fit.

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Past Award Recipients

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