Celebrating the philanthropic work of its financial advisors, Northwestern Mutual is recognizing the individuals who have shown outstanding volunteerism and leadership through its 2023 Community Service Awards. Now in its 28th year, the awards program is distributing $270,000 to nonprofits nationwide.
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“Northwestern Mutual is a company built on helping people, and it is inspiring to see the impact that these financial advisors are making on their communities through selfless contributions,” said Steve Radke, president of the Northwestern Mutual Foundation. “I’m honored to work alongside these dedicated advisors who embody our company’s values and commitment to the communities we serve.”
This year, 14 winners received a grant for their nonprofit of choice. Of the 14 winners, four financial advisors also received an additional $5,000 grant for supporting organizations with a connection to the company’s Childhood Cancer Program – a 10 year long initiative that benefits children with cancer by funding research and supporting families affected by the disease.
Additionally, four of this year’s award recipients were recognized as Most Exceptional winners, each receiving $25,000 for their organizations:
- Scott R. Cohen*, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, Los Angeles
- Michael B. Hendley, CLU®, ChFC®, CASL®, MUST Ministries, Atlanta
- Carol Hoffer, CLU®, CASL®, Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- William J. Newman, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, CASL®, RICP®, The University of Albany Foundation, Albany, New York
Since the program’s inception in 1995, the Northwestern Mutual Foundation has donated nearly $7 million to nonprofits across the country. In celebrating the volunteer work of its financial advisors, the company deepens its dedication to giving back to the communities it serves.
2023 Northwestern Mutual Community Service Award Winners
Name | Organization | Office |
Outstanding ($15,000) | ||
Kevin E. Miller, CLU® | First Tee | Pittsburgh |
Charles E. Greer, CLU®, RICP® | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle TN | Nashville |
Lannie William Cropper III*, MSFS®, CFP®, ChFC®, RICP®, WMCP® | Make-A-Wish Greater Virginia | Reston, Va. |
Gregory A. Pearlman Jr. CLU®, ChFC® | Kick Off for Kids (KOFK) | Orlando, Fla. |
Milton “Hughes” Schwartz, CFP®, CLU® | The Family Effect | Greenville, S.C. |
Michael Slabic*, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® | Periwinkle Foundation | Houston |
Daniel J. Babitz* | Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation | St. Louis |
Mark A. Rizzo, CLU®, ChFC®, ChSNC®, CAP®, AEP® | Family Service Association of Greater Elgin Area | Chicago |
Kelci J. Wilner | GiGi’s Playhouse | San Diego |
Ryan E. Yoder, CLU®, ChFC®, CLTC® | Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Fort Collins, Colo. |
*Received additional $5,000 grant for connection to the company’s national philanthropic cause, childhood cancer. | ||
