2024 Peace Builder Awards
Our 21st Annual Peace Builder Awards took place on October 25th, 2024, at the Four Points by Sheraton in Bellingham. The Peace Builder Awards have spotlighted individuals and organizations since 2003, whose remarkable acts of community-building have strengthened our neighborhoods, schools, and Whatcom County at large. The Peace Builder Awards also serves as a core fundraising event, to support WDRC’s full range of conflict prevention and intervention services.
Meet the 2024 Peace Builder Award Winners
WHATCOM CARE
Social Justice Award
For their collaborative approach to building an anti-racist educational network in Whatcom County
ALLISON WILLIAMS
Whatcom Perinatal Mental Health Task Force
Public Service Award
For her tireless work to support parents and perinatal health in Whatcom County
ROOTS OF EMPATHY
Sara Airoldi
Education Award
For their innovative work in building young people’s empathy
THE AIROW PROJECT
April Katz
Inclusion Award
For their vital work to foster greater belonging and accessibility through adaptive recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities
TRUSTED ADULT WORKSHOP LEADERS
Col’la’lewet “Kiera” Hillaire
Emma Blue Esquivel
Cassy La
Joaquin Carrillo
Youth Award
For their inspiring work to create and train trusted adults in support of youth mental wellbeing and safety
Dr. JESSICA DUBEK
DentALL
Healthcare Award
For her impactful efforts to meet basic needs through increased dental care access for low income and rural individuals
WHATCOM PENPAL PROJECT
Beth Girma & Sara Glebe
Volunteer Award
For their principled endeavor to increase understanding and connection between individuals incarcerated in Whatcom County Jail and other community members
Thank you 2024 PBA Sponsors
Thank you Silent Auction Donors
Wonderland Herbs, Teas & Spices
DESSERT DASH CONTRIBUTORS
Cathy Riber
Cindy Clay
Jaina Gemin
Soul Sisters Catering