Congratulations to all of the 2010 nominees and winners!

12th Annual Galaxy of Stars
and
Tommy Awards Luncheon

May 11, 2010
The Renaissance Waverly Hotel at Cobb Galleria

2010 TOMMY AWARDS

The Tommy Nobis Center hosted its 12th Annual Galaxy of Stars & Tommy Awards luncheon May 11, 2010 to honor outstanding workplace accomplishments of individuals with disabilities and to recognize community partners who advocate on their behalf.

The Galaxy of Stars event recognizes employees with disabilities who “reach for the stars” and organizations and community leaders that champion their inclusion by providing employment and support. This event fosters public awareness and strengthens community partnerships by helping educate about the power of individuals with disabilities in gaining employment and achieving independence.

2011 Galaxy of Stars
Ways to get involved in the 2011 Galaxy of Stars, and to show your support for the Tommy Nobis Center include:

1. Become a Sponsor
2. Nominate a Worthy Individual, Organization, or Program
3. Attend the Event and Tell a Friend

Become a Sponsor
The Galaxy of Stars luncheon is an event where individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment are recognized for their outstanding efforts within the workplace.  Companies and organizations throughout Georgia are recognized for their inclusion of these individuals. In 2010, more than 320 people from across Georgia attended this event and helped raise thousands of dollars to fund vocational and employment services directly affecting youth and adults with disabilities.

Proceeds from the luncheon benefit the Tommy Nobis Foundation and go directly to provide services and programs to the more than 1,000 individuals we serve annually. 

The 2011 Galaxy of Stars date is to be determined, but the event will take place in April or May. You can download the 2010 brochure to review sponsorship benefits, event information, and registration material for your 2011 fiscal year planning purposes by clicking here. Information about Joint Sponsorship for both Galaxy of Stars and the Tommy Nobis Center Celebrity Golf Classic, held each September, can be obtained by contacting Stacy O'Reilly at 770-427-9000, ext. 5120 or e-mail StacyO@TommyNobisCenter.org.

Nominate a Worthy Individual, Organization, or Program
Anyone can nominate any individual in the workplace with disabilities or any individual, organization, or program that supports people with disabilities, regardless of affilition. Your nomination is a wonderful way to honor and recognize the achievers in your sphere of influence. Please complete a separate nomination form for each nomination you wish to submit. Although the event date for 2011 is yet to be determined, we are accepting nominations and you may download a brochure for your nomination submission by clicking here. Nominations are due December 20, 2010.

Attend the Event and Tell a Friend
By attending the event, you learn more about the human services industry and how you can get involved. This inspiring event is a great way to find out how people across Georgia are putting their abilities to work. To learn more about the event and receive an invitation, please call 770-427-9000 and speak to Stacy O'Reilly or e-mail StacyO@TommyNobisCenter.org. 

2010 Galaxy of Stars Award Winners:
Steven Kelley, Jr. (Kroger Company) - Tommy Nobis Center Rising Star Graduate
Leonard Ellis (Publix Super Markets) - All Star Employee
Northeast Georgia Medical Center - Visionary Employer
Horizon League - Outstanding Program
Barbara & Jim Kirk - Outstanding Volunteer Advocacy
Jack Gilson - Outstanding Professional Advocacy
GT Bionics Lab - Barrier Breaker for Innovation

Steven Kelley, Jr. - Governor's Award