2006 Living History Makers Award Reception Call for Nominations



Living History Makers Award 2006 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS. Nomination Applications accepted until
October 28, 2005.

Who/What:
TPC Foundation, Inc. and Turning Point Magazine are proud to present the 13th Annual Living History Makers Award 2006 reception, February 23, 2006 in Los Angeles.

Why:   
For the thirteenth consecutive year, TPC Foundation, Inc. and Turning Point Magazine will celebrate Black History Month by honoring California's8217;s African American Living History Makers -- those unsung heroes who give tirelessly and selflessly to others. The recipients will be awarded a trophy, commendations by public officials, profiled in Turning Point Magazine and online at turningpointmagazine.com and tpcfoundation.org and featured at the congratulatory award reception.

When:    
The Awards will be presented February 23, 2006 in California at a spectacular reception ceremony.

Criteria:    
Nominees must have a minimum of 2 years as a California Business/Resident.
   
Nominate online at: www.tpcfoundation.org

There is NO FEE to make a nomination. Complete applications with all materials enclosed MUST be received by October 28, 2005. Applications are accepted:
-Online at: www.tpcfoundation.org
-Via Mail:
13th Annual Living History Makers Awards 2006
TPC Foundation
P.O. Box 8746
Los Angeles, California; 90008
-Turning Point Magazine's8217;s September/October 2005 Issue

All nominations and materials will become the property of TPC Foundation, Inc., and Turning Point Magazine and will NOT be returned.

Categories: For 2006, there are FIVE categories of which to make your nominations:

NEW for 2006 - 's8220;Emerging Living History Maker's8221;:
Individuals up to the age of 21 that have shown an unusual
commitment to their community or have demonstrated
extraordinary entrepreneurial spirit!

's8220;Advocacy's8221;:
Individuals who defend others's8217; rights and work to ensure
fairness and justice

's8220;Education's8221;:
People in the field of education who are making positive changes or who have been especially inspiring to students, teachers, parents and administrators

's8220;Arts & Entertainment's8221;:
Individuals in the arts or entertainment industries who support
African American images or support community empowerment

's8220;Science & Technology's8221;:
Individuals who have made innovative strides in the fields of
science and technology

As long as there is complete application information, nominations are accepted from self nominees (nominating yourself), nominating a community member, co-workers, associates, non-profit workers, community helpers, activists, volunteers, etc.

Living History Makers Award 2006 contact:
Tamika Hinton
Program Manager
TPC Foundation, Inc.
Telephone: (323) 299-6000 ext. 103
Fax: (323) 299 's8211;6006

PR, Media Contact:
Adrienne S. Lamm
Turning Point Communications
Telephone: (323) 299-6000 ext. 107
Fax: (323) 299 's8211;6006





2006 Living History Makers Award Reception Call for Nominations