When an organization goes above and beyond for our communities, it is only fitting that we recognize its service. For that reason, the Heartland Service Award was created as a special award in recognition of the organization's board, staff, and volunteers and their years of service to their community.

2023 Heartland Service Award

For 40 years, Hope House has worked to break the cycle of domestic violence by providing safe refuge and supportive services that educate and empower those impacted. Hope House advocates for social change that protects and engenders a person's right to live free of abuse. The staff strives to advocate, educate, and empower survivors to work toward a brighter future. Hope House is committed to fostering an environment where people from all lived experiences and backgrounds can thrive by creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment promoting a culture where people experience a sense of belonging and empowerment to help them achieve their full potential.

Past Recipients

• 2021 - In special recognition of their service to the community during the Covid-19 pandemic: Lorraine Duncan, MD, FACEP - Centerpoint Medical Center, Amy Latimer RN, BSN, MSN, CPN - Children's Mercy Hospital, Laura Anstaett Peckham, RN, MHA, MBA, NEA-BC - Truman Medical Center Lakewood, J. C. Ireland, DO - Lee's Summit Medical Center, Susie Krug, RN, BSN, MHA, CENP - Saint Luke's East Hospital, Angela Haley, BSN, RN - St. Mary's Hospital, Heartland Service Award
• 2020 – Junior Service League, Heartland Service Award
• 2019 – Drumm Center for Children, Heartland Service Award
• 2018 – Blue Ridge Bank and Trust, Community Partner Award
• 2016 – Community Services League, Heartland Service Award
• 2015 – Independence Young Matrons, Heartland Service Award
• 2012 – Carol Sue Bass, Kyle Conway, Lloyd Uptegrove, Carole Roper Park Vaughan, and Luva Vaughan, Founder’s Recognition
• 2012 – Community of Christ, Community Partner Award
• 2011 – Rotary District 6040, Heartland Service Award
• 2007 – Harry S. Truman Library & Museum, Silver Legacy Award