
About
Each year the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation (TAEF) seeks nominations for the annual Hometown Hero award. Nominations are for outstanding individuals in the community who exemplify excellence, integrity and commitment.
To Nominate Someone
If you know of someone deserving of this special award, please email or mail your nomination describing how this person has exemplified outstanding service to his or her community.
Nominations must include:
- Nominee’s name
- Nominee’s address
- Nominee’s phone number
- A brief explanation — about 250 words — of why the nominee should be considered
Nominators are asked to include their contact information as well.
Honoree Dinner
TAEF hosts an annual Honoree Dinner to celebrate Thornapple Kellogg community members that provide outstanding service to the community. Each year a new nominee is selected by the Board of Directors and honored at a special dinner in September.
Past Recipients

Catherine Getty
2024 Honoree

Keith & Cindy Middlebush
2023 Honoree

Mike Bremmer
2021 Honoree

Don Williamson
2019 Honoree

Deb & Scott McKeown
2018 Honorees

Walt Eavey
2017 Honoree

Jim & Diane Weatherhead
2016 Honorees

Janis Fitzgerald
2015 Honoree

Don Boysen
2014 Honoree

John Loftus
2013 Honoree

Joyce Domire & Terri Vanderkooi
2012 Honorees

Marilyn Finkbeiner
2011 Honoree

Bob & Helen Wenger
2010 Honorees

Rex & Christine Schad
2009 Honorees

Frank Tichvon
2008 Honoree