Nomination status
2026 nominations are closed. We’ll announce the next nomination period on our website and social channels.
01 / THE OPPORTUNITY
Awards overview
The Michael Fullan Community Service Awards recognize achievement in human services and meaningful service within the Archdiocese of Toronto.
Administered by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT), the awards celebrate the contributions of employees and volunteers across three categories.
AWARD
$1,000
and a signed Certificate of Recognition per recipient
RECIPIENTS
Three annually — one per category
FOCUS
Community service and human services
NOMINATION DEADLINE
April 30
02 / OUR RECIPIENTS
Meet the 2026 recipients
The Michael Fullan Community Service Awards recognize people whose leadership and commitment to community reflect Catholic Charities’ values of care, service, and social justice.
Past recipients
Meet the people recognized for bringing lasting care, commitment, and leadership to their communities.
03 / A legacy of service
About the Michael Fullan Community Service Awards
Michael Fullan served as Catholic Charities’ Executive Director for 29 years, bringing together his social work background and commitment to Catholic social teaching. These awards honour community service in his name and recognize people who turn care for others into meaningful action.
Michael Fullan
04 / ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility
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Who can be nominated
- Paid employees or community volunteers in good standing.
- People who live, work, or study within the Archdiocese of Toronto.
- Individuals nominated by a community member or organization.
- Nominees whose contributions meet an award category’s requirements.
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What you will submit
- A completed nomination form identifying the award category.
- The nominee’s background, achievements, and community contributions.
- Three reasons the nominee deserves recognition.
- Examples and supporting documents addressing the selection criteria.
Award categories
Human services
More than ten years of experience and an outstanding contribution to the sector or a local community.
Youth community service
A child or youth aged 29 or younger whose service has made an impactful contribution to community wellbeing.
Service to a minority community
An individual who has made an exceptional difference to a minority community.
Download the full nomination criteria
05 / NEXT STEPS
How it works
1
Review
Read the nomination criteria and inform your nominee.
2
Nominate
Submit the nomination by April 30, following the PDF instructions.
3
Selection
Nominations are reviewed, and one recipient per category is selected.
Recognize someone making a difference
Review the award categories and nomination requirements as you prepare for the next nomination period.
06 / YOUR QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Find answers about nominating someone, award categories, and recognition through the Michael Fullan Community Service Awards.
Nominations for 2026 are closed. Catholic Charities will announce the next nomination period on its website and social media. The nomination deadline is April 30.
A community member or organization can submit a nomination. This includes agency staff and volunteers, and members of local groups and churches.
Yes. Inform the nominee before submitting their nomination.
No. Paid employees and community volunteers in good standing can be nominated.
Each Michael Fullan Award recipient receives $1,000 and a Certificate of Recognition signed by the Archbishop of Toronto and Catholic Charities’ Executive Director.
Follow the nomination document’s instructions to use the online form or submit the attached form by email or regular post. Completed forms can be emailed to info@ccat.ca by April 30.
Describe the nominee’s service, its relevance and impact, and their leadership, determination, innovation, and resourcefulness. Include examples addressing all selection criteria, including commitment to the mission and social justice teachings of the Catholic Church.
Successful candidates for Catholic Charities’ community service awards will be informed by September 30 and invited to an award ceremony.
Recipients and their community contributions are featured on Catholic Charities’ website and newsletter, and may be shared on social media. The award ceremony may also be photographed or recorded.