Nazareth Resident to Receive Award from Red Cross

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley announced this year’s award recipients -- including a Nazareth resident -- who will be recognized at an Awards Celebration and Annual Meeting on June 11. 

The honorees are:

• John Weaver of Nazareth and the Department of Nursing at Cedar Crest College -- Both will receive the Special Citation for Exceptional Volunteer Service in recognition of volunteer performance over a period of several years that has substantially exceeded the original commitment to the Red Cross.

• Joseph C. Lennert, president and CEO of Caruso Benefits Group, Inc. -- Lennert will receive the Clara Barton Honor Award for Meritorious Volunteer Leadership in recognition of his service in a number of leadership positions held over a period of years.

• Embassy Bank and Joshi Hotels Group -- Both will receive the Good Neighbor Award for their significant, ongoing support to the local Red Cross over a number of years.

• Lehighton School District -- The district will receive the Exceptional Partnership Award in recognition of the outstanding partnership of the Red Cross and another organization.

The event will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Banana Factory in Bethlehem. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be available from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m., followed by the annual meeting and awards presentation.

Cost is $30 per person, or $300 per table sponsor, which includes seating for eight and signage.

For an invitation or more information, contact Ana Vega at (610) 865-4400, ext. 261 or ana.vega@redcross.org by June 4.