The Bismarck Human Relations Committee selected Century 21 Morrison Realty as the recipient of the 2011 Humanitarian Award. Jerry, Bill and Kay Schlosser were presented with the Humanitarian Award by Mayor John Warford and the Bismarck Human Relations Committee today at the City County Building before an audience of approximately 30 realtors.
The Bismarck Human Relations Committee Humanitarian Award honors an individual, business or organization that has exhibited leadership in the areas of human and civil rights with a focus upon recognizing those that educate, identify issues and address human rights concerns.
Century 21 Morrison was selected for their outstanding humanitarianism, support, and generosity in helping Pride Manchester House, a private, nonprofit psychiatric residential treatment center serving North Dakota’s youngest children with severe emotional and behavioral problems.
Susan Gerenz and Sue Chaussee, Pride Manchester House, nominated and wrote that “Century 21 Morrison Realty responded to their wish list of many things; durable furniture, video games, a zoo membership, movie tickets, art, music and swimming lessons as well as a visit from Santa with gifts. Century 21 Morrison Realty also sponsors a summer charity auction with all proceeds going to local charity programs including the Pride Manchester House.”
“With a focus upon recognizing those that educate, identify issues and address human rights concerns, Century 21 Morrison Realty in partnership with Pride Manchester House has helped identify the needs of North Dakota’s most vulnerable children and responded with concern and generosity,” said Sonvy Sammons, Chair, Human Relations Committee. “Pride Manchester House has learned about fund raising activities, leadership skills and the need for public education about our treatment program,” said the nominators. “Century 21Morrison Realty has impacted our community in remarkable and innumerable ways…with their spirit of humanitarianism, making small miracles a common occurrence, touching the lives of others by offering unexpected hope and support,” said Pride Manchester House nominators.
The mission of the Bismarck Human Relations Committee is to protect and promote the personal dignity of all Bismarck citizens and eliminate any discriminatory barriers that prevent them from reaching their full human potential.
Mayor Warford also read the Proclamation of Human Rights Day and proclaimed Dec. 10, 2011, Human Rights Day in Bismarck, in recognition of the inherent dignity, and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family as the foundation of freedom, justice and peace.