Consumers United Association is seeking nominations for the following awards for financial excellence:

Advo - Excellence in consumer financial advocacy or protection award

Right on the Money - Excellence in Financial Education Award

Advo - Excellence in consumer financial advocacy or protection award

ABOUT THE AWARD
The Advo award honors an individual, legislator, organization or company that has positively impacted the financial lives of consumers through advocacy or protection, programming or legislative efforts.

ELIGIBILITY
The nominees must be affecting change within the state of Colorado and can be a(n):

  • Individual
  • Current or former state house representative or senator
  • Lobbying or advocacy organization
  • Nonprofit organization
  • Company

CRITERIA

  • Exceptional dedication and skill in positively impacting the financial lives of consumers in Colorado
  • Inspirational leadership in the community

ENTRY PROCEDURES
Submit the application form, mandatory and optional attachments as described on the application form, and the release form by Friday, September 3, 2004 to:

Consumers United Association
Advo Award
Attn: Renée Beauregard
1009 Grant Street
Denver CO, 80203
or use our web form.

Nominations may be sent by e-mail to:
cua@cuacolorado.org
Please do not fax your entry.

QUESTIONS?
Contact Renée Beauregard, Executive Director at 303-400-3456 or renee@cuacolorado.org.

Right on the Money - Excellence in Financial Education Award

ABOUT THE AWARD
The Right on the Money Award seeks to honor the efforts of Colorado schools and organizations that are providing vital financial education to children and young adults.

ELIGIBILITY
The nominees must be located in the State of Colorado and can be a:

  • K-12 public, alternative or private school or
  • College or University or
  • Nonprofit organization providing financial education.

CASH AWARD
$1,000 to be used for the purchase of instructional or classroom materials related to financial education.

CRITERIA

  • Exceptional dedication and skill in shaping and influencing children's and/or young adult's lives through excellence in financial education
  • Innovation in teaching methods with measurable results
  • Inspiration and encouragement of students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn financial skills
  • Proven ability to reach large percentage of students or a plan to expand the program to do so

ENTRY PROCEDURES
Submit the application form, mandatory and optional attachments as described on the application form, and the release form by Friday, September 3, 2004 to:

Consumers United Association
Right on the Money Award
Attn: Renée Beauregard
1009 Grant Street
Denver CO, 80203
or use our web form.

Nominations may be sent by e-mail to:
cua@cuacolorado.org
Please do not fax your entry.

QUESTIONS?
Contact Renée Beauregard, Executive Director at 303-400-3456 or renee@cuacolorado.org.