Awards & Honors
2019
2010
- Featured in People Magazine Beauty issue (April 26, 2019)
- Featured on the Today Show (April 24, 2019)
- Emily Douglas-McNab was selected by The Ohio State University, Fisher College of Business Office of Diversity and Inclusion, to receive the Diversity Business Award, as an individual who has "demonstrated a commitment to community and student diversity outreach."
- Founder Emily Douglas-McNab was selected as an Outstanding Woman who is "moving mountains in central Ohio and beyond as they’ve stepped up and followed their passions and made our world a better place" by Sunny 95 in Columbus, Ohio.
- Emily Douglas-McNab was selected as a Phi Delta Kappa International Emerging Leader. The program recognizes innovators, thought leaders, problem solvers, and change agents who are making a difference in the field of education.
- Founder Emily Douglas-McNab was selected as a Daily Edventures Global Hero in Education by Anthony Salcito, Vice President of Worldwide Education for Microsoft. He recognizes global education hero's daily on his blog.
- 18 Of the Last 9 from Miami University - This program "aims to recognize 18 outstanding young alumni who have graduated in the past 9 years (2004-2012), bring them back to campus, and connect them with students, staff, and faculty. These Miamian's have started a businesses, been recognized in their field, or made a significant impact on a movement.
- Founder Emily Douglas-McNab was selected Named one of the 100 Buckeyes You Should Know by The Ohio State University Alumni Association.
2010
- The Siena Medal - Board of Trustees of Theta Phi Alpha Fraternity: Presented to someone whose life’s work is a testament the fraternity’s patroness, Saint Catherine of Siena whose motto is, “Nothing great is ever achieved without much enduring”.
- Volunteer of the Year - Pilot Club of Columbus: This is presented to a person who performs outstanding volunteer service to the community.
- Robert M. Duncan Alumni Citizenship Award - The Ohio State University Alumni Association: This award is presented to alumni who have distinguished themselves in service to humanity and who have best exemplified the University's motto, "Education for Citizenship," by having performed significant voluntary service to their community beyond the call of business or professional duty.
- “Everyday Hero” - NBC Channel 4 Columbus, Ohio: This distinction is given to people who directly impact the lives of others.
- 40 Under Forty - Columbus Business First Magazine: Individuals are acknowledged for being young, important players in the local business community.
- Story of Appalachian Philanthropy Award - Center for Appalachian Philanthropy: Recognize individuals or groups making a difference in the region through video.
- Literacy Leadership Award - Altrusa International of Columbus: To a professional woman who is active in community services, leadership, and encourages other women to make a difference in the lives of children- specifically pertaining to Literacy.
- Jefferson Award Finalist - WBNS News & Jefferson Award: For acts of courage, vision, dedication, and tenacity as well as community impact.
- L'Oreal Woman of Worth - L'Oreal Cosmetics: Recognizes, celebrates and supports women who are leaders in life, service, and their professional life.
- Everyday Hero in Hard Times - People Magazine: This award and full page article is done to exhibit the work of an individual who is an everyday person performing heroic acts.
- The Honorable Order of Cincinnatus - Worthingway Middle School: Created after Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, this award honors those who reflect the ethic of selfless service: Omnia relinquit servare republicam – “He relinquished everything to save the Republic”.
- Ohio Make A Difference Day Award - Governor Strickland: Recognized as 1 of the top 10 outstanding Make A Difference Day Projects held in the State of Ohio.
- Hero of the Week, FOX News, San Hannity - Recognizes an American Hero who went above and beyond because they chose to do so.
- The Honorable Order of Cincinnatus - Worthingway Middle School: Created after Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, this award honors those who reflect the ethic of selfless service: Omnia relinquit servare republicam – “He relinquished everything to save the Republic”.
- Pace Setter Award,Ohio State University Fisher College of Business - Nominated and voted upon by faculty, staff and peers these students are the college’s top students, who are selected on the basis of academic performance and demonstrated leadership ability.
- Volvo for Life Finalist, Volvo Automobiles - To celebrate everyday hometown heroes.
- Hometown Hero, American Profiles - Hometown Heroes are people who serve others, their community, and take pride in honoring, restoring, preserving aspects of American hometown life.
- Tri-State/Regional Service to Mankind Award, Tri-State/Regional SERTOMA (OH, IN, MI) - For selfless service to mankind in the Tri-State
- Youth with a Strong American Voice, Senator Bill Bradley - Featured as a guest speaker on Senator Bill Bradley's Sirius Satellite Radio Show.
- Volvo for Life Finalist, Volvo Automobiles - To celebrate everyday hometown heroes.
- International Service to Mankind Award, International SERTOMA - The highest honor bestowed by SERTOMA for selfless service to mankind
- Ohio Service to Mankind Award, Ohio SERTOMA - For selfless service to mankind in Ohio.
- Service to Mankind Award, Powell, OH SERTOMA - For selfless service to mankind in the City of Powell.
- Seventeen Magazine Community Service Grand Prize, Seventeen Magazine and CoverGirl Cosmetics - Recognizing outstanding service and leadership performed by a woman under the age of 18.
- Temple Award for Creative Altruism, Institute of Noetic Science - Given to an individual who acts altruistically through creative means.
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Miami University - For social entrepreneurship spirit, actions, and success.
- Halo Award, Family Circle Magazine - Recognizes "Angels on Earth"
- Giraffe Award, Giraffe Project - A person who sticks their neck out for the common good.
- Yoshiyama Award, Hitachi Foundation - For Exemplary Service to the Community
- State Jefferson Award, WBNS News and Jefferson Award - For acts of courage, vision, dedication, and tenacity as well as community impact.
- Millennium Mentor, Paramount/UPN Network - Identified as a mentor to the youth of the United States and story shared via video across the country.
- Outstanding Youth Volunteer of the Yr Award, Volunteer Ohio -For outstanding service to an Ohio Community
- National Youth Caring Award, Caring Institute - Exemplifies caring and is a worthy role model for others.
- Leadership for a Lifetime Awards Program, Leadership Worthington - Leadership Worthington feels it is important to recognize outstanding leadership and service in its community and to provide leadership role models for others.
- Lewis Hine Award, National Child Labor Committee - Honors Americans who contribute to the essential job of helping children and youth move towards self-sufficient and satisfying adulthoods.
- ReACT Take Action Award, ReACT Magazine - To a young person who reacted positively to a situation.
- Make A Difference Day Award Ohio Finalist, USA Today Magazine - Recognized as 1 of the top outstanding Make A Difference Day Projects held in the State of Ohio.
- Jefferson Award Finalist, WBNS News and Jefferson Award - For acts of courage, vision, dedication, and tenacity as well as community impact.
- Kidspeak Community Service Award, Columbus Parks & Recreation - For a kids who not only spoke up against injustice by produced actionable results through their efforts.
- Presidents Service Award, President Bill Clinton and The Corporation for National and Community Service - This is considered the highest award given to a US citizen for public service.
- George Washington Honor Medal, Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge - Honoring who set examples in responsible citizenship, free enterprise education, and long-term civic accomplishment.
- Best Practice Model, National Institute for Public Service - Recognized as a young person who creates and makes change for other young people to follow.
- Oprah's Angel, Oprah Winfrey - Recognize people changing the world to encourage people around the world to make a difference in the lives of others.
- Kids Hall of Fame Runner-up, National Geographic - Recognizing kids who make a difference.
- Community Service Award, Columbus Dispatch - For outstanding service to an Ohio Community.
- National Prudential Spirit of Community Award, Prudential Insurance - Largest US youth recognition program recognizing young people who make a difference and inspire others.
- State of Ohio Prudential Spirit of Community Award, Prudential Insurance - Largest US youth recognition program recognizing young people who make a difference and inspire others.