The EXCEL Award, launched by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, spotlights outstanding nonprofit leadership in the Washington, DC region. The award recognizes leadership achievement in the areas of innovation, motivation,community building, ethical integrity and strategic leadership. The award Selection Committee, made up of distinguished members of the business, philanthropic and nonprofit community, searched for examples of outstanding leadership that have moved beyond the recommended best practices to bring new levels of engagement that deliver results for the organization.
“The EXCEL honorable mention speaks to the passion and hard-work of the DASH staff and Board of Directors. As an organization we are dedicated to providing low barrier safe housing and services to survivors of domestic violence and their families as they work to rebuild their lives on their own terms,” states Peg Hacskaylo, DASH Executive Director, “While there is still a troubling gap in housing services for survivors in the DC region – we are hopeful that collaborations with the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and other local partners will help us continue to address housing needs in a comprehensive manner and ensure that every survivor has access to the safe, affordable housing that they need.”
As the an Honorable Mention DASH will will receive a $1,000 professional development grant; communication exposure through print and social media; and training and development opportunities for the staff and Executive Director from the Center’s Learning & Leadership.
