At MSSA, we believe in recognizing the achievements and contributions of those in the health and human service field at both regional and statewide levels through our awards program. Each year, awardees are recognized at regional fall conferences throughout the state. Regional award recipients are then considered for statewide awards; state award recipients are acknowledged at MSSA's Annual Training Conference & Expo each March.

How It Works

MSSA members can nominate colleagues, friends, volunteers, agencies, and other deserving people for awards to highlight successes and outstanding individuals in the health and human service field. 

Nominations are independently reviewed by regional boards. Winners are then recognized at regional fall conferences. Regional award recipients then move on for consideration at the statewide level, where their nominations are judged by MSSA's Awards and Scholarships Committee. Statewide winners are recognized at MSSA's Annual Conference & Expo in March.

For more information on MSSA's awards program, contact Suzanne Lamoreaux.

2024-2025 Awards Timeline

May 31, 2024: Nomination period opens
August 1, 2024: Nomination period closes
Fall 2024: Regional award recipients selected
Winter 2024: State award recipients selected

Explore the Categories

Click on a category below to learn more about the award and to submit a nomination.

>> Community Collaboration

 

>> Excellence in Adult Foster Care

 

>> Excellence in Child Foster Care

 

>> Excellence in Direct Service - New award category!

 

>> Exemplary Leadership - New award category!

 

>> Legacy Award

 

>> Outstanding MSSA Member

 

>> Outstanding Retiree

 

>> Outstanding Supervisor - New award category!

 

>> Rising Star - New award category!