Awards

Lindsey Adams

2020 Volunteer of the year

Lindsey is currently President of the Bennington Chamber of Commerce and has been involved with the organization since it started. She volunteers regularly within the school, athletic programs, and her church.  When COVID hit, Lindsey played a critical role along with the Bennington Chamber of Commerce and Bennington Schools Foundation to establish the Bennington Community food pantry which is now located at St. Johns Lutheran Church.

"All the volunteering time and energy she spends is because she truly loves our community and wants her - and everyone's - children to experience small-town benefits." -Community Member 

Zac Johns

2019 Volunteer of the year

Zac is the owner of Runza, a Bennington City Council Member, and President of the Bennington Chamber of Commerce. As a founding volunteer of the Chamber, Zac has recruited businesses to join and lead many community events, such as the “Picnic in the Park” during Bennington Daze. In 2016, Zac won the city council election for Ward 2. He has done a great job of serving the community by listening to people’s concerns and sticking to his word. Zac's entrepreneurial spirit makes Bennington a strong place for businesses to thrive, and the citizens of Bennington have greatly benefited from Zac’s leadership.

Bill Bohn

2019 Lifetime achievement

For over 50 years, Bill has been involved in the Bennington community. He’s built various businesses in Bennington, including Bohn Construction and the laundromat, and currently owns and leases commercial rental space on Warehouse Street to help other businesses thrive. Bill has been involved in St. John’s Lutheran Church, the Baseball Club, and the Lions Club. He served on the Bennington Village Board of Trustees for 23 years and then as Mayor of Bennington for five years. Bill’s countless hours of dedication to this community has set the bar high for future leaders.

Dave Clark

2019 legacy award

Dave’s service to the Bennington Community was his lifetime passion; he genuinely cared about the betterment of our community and has instilled the same passion in his children. Dave was a Bennington City Council Member and Mayor of Bennington for two terms each. In his many years of service to our community, he dedicated his time to Bennington Daze, Jaycees, Lions Club, St John’s Lutheran Church, youth sports organizations, and more. Dave founded the Bennington Community Foundation and served as President for more than 12 years. Last year we lost Dave, but his legacy and passion for our community continues to thrive due to his leadership.

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