SHAPE America is proud of its partnership of more than 36 years with the American Heart Association, sponsoring Jump Rope For Heart (JRFH) and Hoops For Heart (HFH). Each year SHAPE America recognizes up to two Jump Rope For Heart coordinators and one Hoops For Heart coordinator to receive the prestigious SHAPE America JRFH/HFH Recognition Award
Award winners exemplify leadership in the Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs at the state, district or national level. These individuals are recognized at the SHAPE America National Convention awards ceremony, where they are honored in front of their peers for their dedication and commitment to the Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs.
Eligibility and Award Criteria*
The recipient shall:
- be a current member of SHAPE America
- have a minimum of three years experience as a Jump Rope For Heart/Hoops For Heart event coordinator
- maintain professional growth within their related field
- serve as a positive role model, epitomizing personal health and fitness, enjoyment of activity and sportsmanship as well as sensitivity to the needs of all participants
- demonstrate a commitment to the Jump Rope For Heart and/or Hoops For Heart program by serving on JRFH/HFH committees, as a demonstration team coach or as a state or district coordinator, and/or by presenting JRFH/HFH workshops or programs
*Previous JRFH and HFH Recognition Award recipients and Joint Projects Committee members are not eligible to apply.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted electronically.
- Email complete application to Meredith May at mmay@shapeamerica.org.
- You will receive a confirmation email upon receipt of your complete application.
Application
Part I — Official Application Form
Part II — Curriculum Vitae (maximum 10 pages)
Part III — Two Letters of Recommendation (one must be from a SHAPE America member)
All applications must be received by December 15, 2015.
Recipients will be notified by January 2016. If you have any questions regarding this award program please contact Meredith May atmmay@shapeamerica.org.
