a 501(c)(3) charitable organization
CASA Marion
An Ovations Award Winner
July 2025
CASA Marion, part of Community Action Stops Abuse (CASA), offers a range of benefits to survivors of domestic violence and the broader Marion County community. These benefits include emergency shelter, 24-hour crisis hotline, advocacy and case management, youth programming, legal support, and community education. CASA's goal is to challenge the societal acceptance of domestic violence and create a society free from it. In essence, CASA Marion is a vital resource for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, offering a range of services designed to promote safety, healing, and prevention.
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The nominees are All awe inspiring, but we need your help in selecting the month’s Ovations standout.
To help you decide, consider any or all of the following when voting:
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Does it improve your state of mind, optimism and attitude?
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Do you feel a personal connection?
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Is the impact far reaching?
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Is it unique; never seen/heard before?
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Does it make your heart smile?
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ABOUT B.A.T.C.H.
B.A.T.C.H. is an ACCOLADE Celebrations initiative created to respond to the homeless in the local community. Bags-to-go are assembled at a BATCH site and include
basic necessities and local resource information. Filled bags are provided to shelters, churches, and social services organizations who provide resources to help the homeless.
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How do I nominate someone for an Ovations Award?To nominate someone for an Ovations Award, complete a Nomination Form for an individual, team, or organization that has gone above and beyond for the homeless through an Act of Kindness. Nominations that meet the submission criteria are posted for public voting on ACCOLADE's website. In addition to ACCOLADE's social media efforts to promote voting, nominees are encouraged to seek support from their friends, family, and colleagues. The nomination with the most votes wins. The winner is announced and the prize is awarded. For a winning team, group, or organization, the prize is given to the key contact person specified on the Nomination Form.
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Are there nomination submission criteria for the Ovations Award?Yes, ACCOLADE Celebrations reviews nominations for an Ovation Award to esure nominee(s) meet the following criteria: Is a Marion County, Florida resident Is at least 18 years of age The Act of Kindness was within the past 30 days of date of current entry Includes a brief paragraph about the Act of Kindness the nominee(s) did to improve the well-being of the homeless Provided an e-mail address for the nominee(s) Provided a home address for the nominee(s) The nominee(s) has no previous submission within the past 6 months of date of current entry
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What factors should I consider when voting for an Ovations Award nominee?All nominees are truly inspiring, and we need your help to choose the standout for the month. When voting, consider the following: Does the nominee's act improve your mood, optimism, and attitude? Do you feel a personal connection to their story? Is the impact of their act widespread? Is it a unique and unprecedented act? Does it bring joy to your heart? The nominee with the most votes will be honored as the Ovations winner for that month.
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What is included in the Ovations Award?The Ovations Award comprises: A framed certificate of appreciation and an encased Ovations Award medallion.
Nomination Application
The nomination submission period is the first week of the month.
Entrant(s) must be 18 years of age or older by date of entry and accessible by e-mail and phone.
Only one submission is permitted within 6 months of a previous submission for the nominee(s).