“Elmer spent countless hours leading others; counseling employees and friends in times of trouble, pain, and suffering; mentoring young people who just needed a friend; and giving generously in ways that made a difference in many lives.

Elmer never pursued fame or notoriety but lived life joyously. He and Helen did things for others quietly and without fanfare, which were life-changing for many.”

Elmer’s family chose to award the $300 grant from the Aaron Stookey Spirit of Philanthropy Award fund to Boone County Mentoring Partnership in Elmer’s honor. Elmer’s name will be added to the plaques honoring all recipients of this award, which are hung at Stookey’s Restaurant in Thorntown. Elmer left a legacy in Boone County that will never be forgotten. Read the full story here. 

Andrew Manna Named 2023 Lionel Dubay Youth Sports Award Recipient

“Zionsville is lucky to count Andrew Manna as one of its many servant leaders working toward providing a positive and foundational experience to all youth athletes. Manna has modeled the way so clearly for all who follow in his footsteps, allowing each of us to achieve more. Because of him, we can cheer louder, throw farther, block better and score more. But more than that, we can call ourselves one team.”

Quantifying Manna’s contributions to the Zionsville youth sports community and ZYFL over the last decade is difficult. When asked, his nominators overwhelmingly focused on the unity and strength he has brought to every aspect of “football town”. 

Manna has chosen to award the $500 grant from the Lionel Dubay Youth Sports Award Fund to the Zionsville Football Club (formerly ZYFL). In addition, Andrew Manna’s name will be added to the plaques honoring all recipients of this award, which are hung in Zionsville Town Hall. Read the full story here.