About Citizens Who Care

Each year, the Rotary Club of Andover proudly celebrates individuals whose commitment to service and volunteerism reflects the true essence of community leadership and generosity at our ...

Citizens Who Care, Educator & Student of the Year Gala. 

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, May 14th, 2026, starting at 5:30 pm
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton - Andover

 

Since 1996, Citizens Who Care has honored outstanding volunteers — people whose contributions uplift our town and inspire others to serve. In addition to these exceptional community volunteers, we recognize an outstanding Educator of the Year and an exemplary Student of the Year, each chosen for their dedication, impact, and embodiment of the values that make Andover a stronger community.

 

We are honored to introduce the 2026 Citizens Who Care:
  • Alyssa Kelly
  • David Trachtenberg
  • Jim Sutton
  • Jan Holden
  • Krista Brumberg Stevens
  • Ralph Cornelius Bledsoe
  • Sandis Wright
  • Tom Urbelis
  • Kimberly Solt
Educator of the Year:
  • Jeffrey J. Kuchan
Student of the Year:
  • Vincent Aguirre
 
Gala Highlights:
Join us for an unforgettable evening, including:
  • A vibrant cocktail hour with live entertainment,
  • A delectable plated dinner
  • Inspiring award presentations
  • An exciting 50/50 raffle,
  • A remarkable selection of silent auction items generously donated by our supporters.
     
Sponsorships, Advertise in Our Program, Silent Auction Donations, Shout Outs and Gala Tickets:
 
~ Sponsorship and Program Ad opportunities in PDF, CICK HERE. To purchase a sponsorship or program ad, CLICK HERE.
~ Silent auction donation form in PDF, CLICK HERE.
~ Celebrate your honoree with a Congratulatory Shout Out, CLICK HERE.
~ To purchase individual TICKETS or a full table, CLICK HERE.
 
Proceeds from this event benefit the Rotary Club of Andover's Charitable Trust which awards grants to local, regional and national projects. For more about the grants, CLICK HERE.
 
Event flyer in PDF, CLICK HERE.
 
Contacts:
Event: Ken Feyl, 2026 President Elect and Gala Chair, at: kfeyl@LYFarchitects.com
Sponsorships: Don Gottfried, Fundraising Chair at:  dgottfried@verizon.net
Silent Auction: Diana Kiesel, Public Image Chair at: dikiesel@gmail.com
 
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To view the 2025 Citizens Who Care Gala produced by Andover TV: CLICK HERE 
 
For a list of previous award recipients, check the drop-down menu under "Citizens Who Care" in the navigation bar above.