Communitas

Communitas is a Latin word that means people coming together for the good of a community. Communitas is inspired by the vision of a better world and is an attempt to do something about it through volunteerism, investment and ethical, sustainable business practices.

Excellence in Community Service

Organization Community Service

2. Leadership in Organization's Community Service

A civic or professional organization provides money and effort in providing multiple programs to the community. Fee $250

2.1 Organization's Specific Program

An organization is involved in a specific program such as raising money for academic scholarships. $125

2.2 Individual Participation in Organization's Program

A person who is outstanding in the organization's efforts. $125

Skills-Based Community Service

3. Leadership in Skills-Based Community Service

A firm or individual provides pro bono services and financial sponsorship and involvement in community service programs. Fee $250

3.1 Pro Bono

A law firm, medical practice, accounting, public relations, advertising or other professional organization that collectively provide skills-based service at no charge to individuals or organizations within the community. $125

3.2 Community Program Involvement

A skills-based firm provides a free service to the indigent or a charitable organization. Examples would be an accounting firm partnering with an organization to provide free tax service or a law firm involved with a specific initiative such as immigration or a medical practitioner donating services to the local shelter. $125

3.3 Individual Pro Bono

A solo practitioner or someone within a firm or practice that has an outstanding record of community service. $125