2026 Award Recipients

Congratulations to the 2026 Make A Difference Award Winners!

Kathy Winters was recognized as our Individual Award Winner for her participation in multiple non-profits, reading with children, painting and more. In 2025 she was instrumental in bringing the Ridgefield Art Gallery into reality. Her positive impact on community spaces is not new as her fundraising efforts to build the new Ridgefield Community Library were paramount.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors was recognized as this year's Organization Award Winner. They provide food and other essentials to hundreds of people monthly from the 98642 zip code, and manage the Giving Tree each holiday season to provide holiday gifts for families in need.