the born to rise
awards
The Born to Rise awards were established in 2018 to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional courage, resilience, and a commitment to giving back to their community. The awards are named after two individuals who exemplified these qualities in their own lives: Maria Brown and Nalie Agustin.
The Maria Brown Humanitarian Award is named after Maria Brown who transitioned in 2016. Maria was known for her generosity, kindness, and dedication to helping others – even during her own struggles. The Humanitarian Award recognizes individuals who have made a significant impact in their community through their charitable work, volunteerism, or other acts of kindness and compassion.
The Inspirational Award is named after Nalie Agustin – a cancer survivor and advocate who has inspired countless others with her positive attitude and determination. Nalie has shared her story of battling cancer on social media, through public speaking, and through her book "The Diary of Nalie" which became a #1 Amazon bestseller. The Inspirational Award recognizes individuals who have overcome significant challenges in their lives and have inspired others with their positive attitude and unwavering spirit.
Eligibility. To be eligible for these Born To Rise awards, individuals can be nominated by themselves or by others through the online submission below. The awards are open to individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life who have made a significant impact in their community or have overcome adversity through their personal journey.
Announcement. The winners are announced at our annual Born To Rise Show where they are recognized for their achievements and contributions to their community.
The Born to Rise awards are more than just an accolade, they are a celebration of the human spirit and a reminder that we all have the power to rise above our challenges and make a positive impact in the world. The awards serve as an inspiration to others to follow in the footsteps of the recipients and continue to make a difference in their own lives and in the lives of those around them.
The maria brown award
The Maria Brown Humanitarian Award recognizes an individual who have made a significant impact in their community through their charitable work, volunteerism, or other acts of kindness and compassion. The following are some of the criteria that may be used to evaluate nominees for the Maria Brown Humanitarian Award:
1. Impact on the Community: The nominee should have demonstrated a significant impact on their community, whether through their volunteer work, charitable donations, or other acts of kindness and compassion.
2. Leadership and Initiative: The nominee should have shown leadership and initiative in their efforts to make a positive impact on their community. This may include organizing events or initiatives that have brought people together or developing innovative solutions to address social issues.
3. Collaboration: The nominee should have worked collaboratively with others in their community to achieve their goals. This may include partnering with other organizations or community groups to maximize their impact.
4. Philanthropy: The nominee should have demonstrated a commitment to philanthropy and giving back to their community through their time, resources, or other means.
Overall, the Maria Brown Humanitarian Award is designed to recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a positive impact on their community through their acts of kindness, compassion, and philanthropy.
The nalie agustin award
The Nalie Agustin Inspirational Award recognizes and celebrates an individual who have overcome significant challenges in their lives and who have used their experiences to inspire and uplift others. The following are some of the criteria that may be used to evaluate nominees for the Nalie Agustin Inspirational Award:
1. Overcoming adversity: The recipient of the award should have faced a significant personal challenge or hardship, and demonstrated resilience, determination, and courage in overcoming it.
2. Inspiring others: The recipient of the award should have inspired others through their actions, words, or attitude, and made a positive impact on their community or society as a whole.
3. Advocating for a cause: The recipient of the award should have been a strong advocate for a social, political, or environmental cause, and worked to raise awareness, promote change, or support those affected by the issue.
Overall, the Nalie Agustin Award is designed to recognize individuals who have overcome significant barriers or challenges and have inspired others to do the same. The Award celebrates the human spirit and honors those who have demonstrated resilience, and generosity in the face of adversity.