Robert D. Stillman’s dedication, kindness, and contagious joy left a defining legacy at Global Fund for Children. The Dignity Awards honor Bob’s commitment to improving the lives of the children and youth who are most in need.
Bob Stillman’s legacy
From 2002 to 2006, Bob served as Chair of GFC’s Board of Directors, where he stewarded GFC’s mission with warmth and dedication. Bob’s tenure as Chair was a time of significant growth for the organization, propelling GFC to new heights. He was passionate about strengthening social protection networks and generating economic opportunity for children, particularly for orphaned children, street-based children, and those experiencing homelessness.
Bob passed away on August 4, 2019. In a heartfelt tribute to their friend and colleague, GFC Founder Maya Ajmera and former Managing Director Greg Fields remembered Bob for his good humor and steadfast faith in “doing the right thing for the right reasons.”
About the awards
Established in 2020, the Robert D. Stillman Dignity Awards honor organizations responding to the risks and challenges that affect the wellbeing of children and youth. Specifically, these awards recognize organizations that advance the dignity of young people by:
- Providing critical services, such as shelter, refuge, and humanitarian aid;
- Fostering economic empowerment to break the trap of intergenerational poverty; and/or
- Promoting welcoming communities through social inclusion programs.
The Robert D. Stillman Dignity Awards have been made possible thanks to the generous contributions of Bob’s family and friends.
About the 2023 winner
Faith Foundation, this year’s Dignity Award winner, is preventing child sexual abuse in India.
Working in and around the city of Shillong, Faith Foundation helps prevent child sexual abuse and early marriage; rescue, rehabilitate, and reintegrate trafficked women and girls; prevent domestic violence; and support abandoned women.
With this award, Faith Foundation plans to strengthen the leadership skills of its team through leadership training and to invest in organizational development.
LEARN MORE
- Meet the 2022 winner: Center for Girls Foundation
- Meet the 2021 winner: LeapForWord
- Meet the 2020 winner: Jelly Beanz