THE AWARDS
Presented annually, we honor people and organizations influencing change that advances behavioral health and addiction treatme right here in northern Nevada.
We recognize the community and the outstanding work being done in the realm of prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery and the reduction of social stigma.
INSPIRE COMMUNITY AWARD RECIPIENTS
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Exceptional professionals who have excelled in their areas of expertise, exemplify compassion, kindness, and inspire hope for those in and/or seeking recovery.
2024 - KIM NISCHIK
(Northern Nevada Hopes)
2023 - ANDREW SHERBONDY
(WASHOE COUNTY STAR PROGRAM)
2022 - DANI DOEHRING
(STEP1 INC.)
2021 - SHARON CHAMBERLIN
(Northern Nevada Hopes)
ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Nominees for this award are dedicated, persuasive and compassionate advocates for adults, youth and families in recovery, and exceed expectations to advance the welfare of the community.
2024 - CHARLOTTE DIXON
(Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality)
2023 - DARCY PATTERSON
(WAKE UP NEVADA)
2022 - DONALD GRIFFIN
(Black Wall Street)
2021 - LISA LEE
(Foundation for Recovery)
WINDFELDT INSPIRE AWARD
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
WINDFELDT INSPIRE AWARD
In honor of our founder Lori Windfeldt, this award is presented to an outstanding public figure who has brought greater visibility and awareness to recovery by publicly sharing their personal story.
2024 - CHERYL NIXON
(Northern Nevada Hopes)
2023 - SARAH BEAR RIVELY
(CURIOUS IN THE CITY)
2022 LAURA VAN ANTWERP
(Your Sober Pal)
2021 CELESTE YVONNE
(The Ultimate Mom Challenge)
COMMUNITY CHAMPION
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (National)
WINDFELDT INSPIRE AWARD
The nominee for this award is a community volunteer who has made a significant positive impact in helping amplify the community’s efforts in prevention, intervention, treatment or recovery from mental illness and/or substance abuse and decreasing social stigma in seeking help.
2024 - DR. REKA DANKO
(Saint Mary's Health Network)
2023 - FRED ROBLES
(CARES Campus)
2022 - SOPHIE MOELLER
(REPS4RECOVERY)
2021 - SANDY CARTLIDGE
(The Empowerment Center)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (National)
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (National)
This category recognizes someone that deserves recognition for their efforts, dedication or passion for the recovery community!
2024 - STEVEN HAMMONDS
(The Life Change Center)
2023 - ALISON DILLARD
(Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality)
2022 - ROXANNE DECARLO
(The Empowerment Center)
2021 - MARY CHARLES
(Foundation for Recovery)
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (National)
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (National)
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (National)
This category recognizes someone that deserves recognition for their efforts, dedication or passion for the recovery community!
2024 - PEGGI COONEY
OUTSTANDING RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
OUTSTANDING NON-PROFIT RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
OUTSTANDING NON-PROFIT RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
2024 - Sierra Health + Wellness
OUTSTANDING NON-PROFIT RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
OUTSTANDING NON-PROFIT RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
OUTSTANDING NON-PROFIT RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
2024 - Northern Nevada HOPES
OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY RESOURCE
OUTSTANDING NON-PROFIT RECOVERY ORGANIZATION/TREATMENT CENTER
DRY SOCIETY SOCIAL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT AWARD
2024 - GRACE CHURCH | CELEBRATE RECOVERY
DRY SOCIETY SOCIAL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT AWARD
DRY SOCIETY SOCIAL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT AWARD
DRY SOCIETY SOCIAL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT AWARD
Keeping with the purpose and mission of DSSC, our small but mighty board is heavily involved in the community, primarily helping others in their times of need.
It is important to our organization to recognize the dedication of those going above and beyond in the mental/behavioral health community, and to shed light on the life changing work and acknowledgment of one of our own.
2024 - AMBER MATTHEWS-SNOW
(Renown Health)
2023 - HEATHER REIMER
(AssuredPartners, Each One. Tell One.)
2022 - DIANA BOURGEOIS
(Wounded Warrior Project)
YOUNG LEADER AWARD
DRY SOCIETY SOCIAL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT AWARD
CORPORATE EXCELLENCE
This award recognizes young adults who exemplify exceptional leadership among their peers to foster a culture of recovery and resiliency that helps young people with mental illness and/or addiction live full lives in their communities.
2023 - WILLIS DIXON
(Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality)
2022 - SEAN O'DONNELL
(Foundation for Recovery)
2021 - EZRA ROSE
(NRAP)
CORPORATE EXCELLENCE
DRY SOCIETY SOCIAL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT AWARD
CORPORATE EXCELLENCE
This award was established for the purpose of recognizing an exemplary corporation that promotes the mental health of its employees, stakeholders, and community.
Awardees exemplify leadership in corporate mental health in commitment, community and culture.
2022 - LISA MOORE
(Life Changes, Inc.)
2021 - MITCH BERNEY
(USA Rehab Centers.org)
SANS BAR ACADEMY AWARDS
The Sans Bar Academy Awards is an annual event held in Reno, Nevada, each September in partnership with the Dry Society Social Club Gala.
This event is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating excellence in the world of non-alcoholic beverages.