More than ever, regional cooperation is crucial to the success of Metropolitan Detroit.  A cooperative spirit among all our communities is key to creating the common vision and commitment needed to improve our region’s economic competitiveness and quality of life. 

To nurture this sense of regional community, the Detroit Free Press and Metropolitan Affairs Coalition have partnered to create the Shining Light Regional Cooperation Awards, which will honor individuals who are making important contributions to regional cooperation, progress, and understanding in Metropolitan Detroit.

Accepting Nominations for 2008 Shining Light Regional Cooperation Awards
Nominations are being accepted for the three Shining Light Regional Cooperation Awards:

• Neal Shine Award for Exemplary Regional Leadership
• Eleanor Josaitis “Unsung Hero” Award
• Dave Bing Future Leader Award

Award winners will be selected by a panel composed of representatives of the Detroit Free Press and Metropolitan Affairs Coalition.  Recipients will be honored at a special breakfast ceremony and celebration on October 9, 2008.

Anyone may nominate an individual for a Shining Light Award.  Nominations may be submitted by mail, fax, and online.  Nominations are due by July 29, 2008

To nominate someone and learn more about the nomination process and criteria, click here.

Attend the Awards Ceremony
Award winners will be honored at a special breakfast ceremony on October 9, 2008 at the Westin in Southfield, Michigan. Tickets will go on sale later this summer.