For over a decade our Light a Fire awards have honored the special people in our community who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others. They are the unsung champions of giving who see a need, roll up their sleeves and get to work.
Nominations for 2022 are now open!
Our 2021 show was shared on Thursday, December 2, as we once again set the spotlight on champions of hope. The inspiring virtual event features a touching awards ceremony hosted by actor and philanthropist James Naughton with speeches from each of our honorees.
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2021 Winners
Rob Fried/Band Central
Supporter of Nonprofits
Redding
Wilner Joseph
Best Friend to Children
Stamford
Brunswick School/Tom Phillip (head of school)
Community Good Neighbor
Greenwich
Grace Lockhart Djuranovic
Committee Member
Greenwich
Matthew Jordan
Teen Volunteer
Westport
Alan Miller
Community Advocate
Darien
Melissa Shapiro
Empathy Advocate
Sherry Jonas and Andy Berman
Impactful Duo
Julie Schlafman
Grassroots Leader
Christine Lai
Best Friend to Families
Greenwich
Gold Sponsor
Light a Fire 2019
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