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We are so excited to announce that we will be honoring three extraordinary people with the 2023 William T. Newman Spirit of Community. Individually and collectively, these recipients represent the passion, commitment, and community advocacy that define the Award and the absolute best vision of what Arlington can be. Early bird registration is now open for the November 17 awards luncheon, so we look forward to you joining us in celebrating these individuals and our community:
John Foti
John has coached Arlington youth baseball for decades, and his investment in kids does not end with athletics. Most recently, John helped establish the all-volunteer After School Enrichment Matters (ASEM) which supports students of Arlington's eight Title 1 elementary schools in gaining access to free afterschool programming. Since its founding, ASEM has awarded over $125,000 to Title 1 elementary schools in Arlington, providing over 4,000 students access to theater, dance, soccer, robotics, and field trips.
Dr. Tsehaye Teferra
Dr. Teferra is founder and President of the ECDC Enterprise Development Group (formerly Ethiopian Community Development Council). He has served as Chair of the Resettlement Committee of Refugee Council USA, and Vice Chair and Chairman of the Virginia State Refugee Advisory Council. He was appointed by the Arlington County Board to serve as a founding member of the Arlington County, Virginia, Multicultural Commission, as well as a member of the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Task Force for Arlington’s Future, and the Diversity Dialogue Task Force.
Andres Tobar
In addition to serving as Executive Director of Shirlington Education and Employment Center for nearly 20 years, his community leadership has included many years as president of the Kiwanis Club of South Arlington, board member for the Arlington Food Assistance Center, co-chair of the African-American/Hispanic Coalition, state director of the Virginia League of United Latin American Citizens (including two years as national Vice President), and as co-chair of the Immigrant Educational Rights Coalition.
On Friday, November 17 at 11 AM (ET) at Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel, the 30th annual Spirit of Community will bring together business, civic, and philanthropic leaders, as well as Arlingtonians from all walks of life, for a celebration of these individuals who have made Arlington a better home for all of us.
Click here or the button below to save your seat (or table) with early bird prices until October 9, and watch/share this 90-second video from last year's event to get excited!
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