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Ruby Slipper Award


Ruby Slippers sparkle - they symbolize the inner spark or passion that the recipient has for RCDA.

The award is given to someone who freely gives of their time and talent to support and further the mission of RCDA within or outside the organization.

The award is given as needed/deserved, no more than once a year (Hoedown or annual meeting) to celebrate someone who meets the criteria in any number of ways.  If there is no deserving candidate in any given year, the award is not given. There is NO mandate that the award must be given – even if there are nominations. The committee reserves the right to give or withhold the award each year.

Ruby Slipper Award Recipients 

2023 - Keith Gehrig & Hallie Kuperman

2022 - Barb Buys
2020/2021 - No recipient
2019 - Phil Flores
2018 - Pete Winowitch

2017 - The Cuff
(special award for Rain Country’s 10th anniversary)

2017 - Donna Horn
2016 - Terry Felts
2015 - Klint Kendrick
2014 - Ray Nutter
2013 - Jim Drew
2012 - No recipient
2011 - Ruby Luke


Examples of criteria:

  • The recipient exhibits a passion for dance
  • Gives service to RCDA consistently
  • Responded above and beyond the call of duty
  • Builds bridges with the community in support of the vision/mission of RCDA 
  • Outstanding achievement in support of the vision/mission of RCDA
  • Inspires others to give and achieve

Nomination:

  • In what ways has the recipient fostered the goals and mission of RCDA?
  • What makes them a role model within RCDA?
  • How have they promoted or supported RCDA to the community at large (GLTBQ and beyond)?

[April, 2011 by Executive Committee]

Nomination Form For the Ruby Slipper Award

Rain Country Dance Association is an LGBTQ+ nonprofit social dance organization driven by our members. 

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