Inspiritus: Community Recognition and Awards

John Moeller Award

John Moeller Named One of Georgia's 500 Most Influential Leaders

AWARD-WINNING IMPACT

Reflecting on the past few years, Inspiritus has emerged through seasons that were filled with both challenges and victories. We want to take this moment to celebrate with you two outstanding acknowledgments that reflect the commitment and perseverance of the people that make this organization great. The success of our work is built on the efforts of our staff, board, volunteers and collaborative partners. Thank you for helping us provide award-winning services to neighbors that need it the most.

John Moeller, President & CEO of Inspiritus, was named one of Georgia’s 500 most influential leaders for 2022 by Georgia Trend magazine. The list of leaders was published in a special annual magazine called Georgia 500. It identifies the state’s most influential leaders across 21 industry sectors focusing on economic development and local investment.  Selections are based on extensive research, nominations, and hundreds of interviews, resulting in a selective guide to Georgians who impact the Peach State. Moeller was named in the non-profit sector.

I am humbled to be recognized in Georgia Trend’s Most Influential Leaders 2022,” said Moeller, “It is a testament not to me, but to our incredibly dedicated teams. This honor is a reflection of their leadership and commitment to seeing individuals to thriving. I am grateful to our board, staff, volunteers and partners who continue to stand with us. There's no higher calling than to community service."

John Moeller's unrelenting commitment to empowering those we accompany on their path from surviving to thriving is truly an inspiration to the Inspiritus organization, our collaborative partners and the communities in which we serve. Congratulations John!

The feature above reads: Inspiritus, formerly Lutheran Services of Georgia, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals and families across Georgia whose lives have been disrupted by abuse, neglect, torture, economic distress and natural disaster. It provides a mix of services in Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee, among them: refugee and immigrant services, including Afghan Ally resettlement, social adjustment, cultural orientation and legal services; assistance in the wake of natural disaster; and children’s and family services. Including foster homes.

Moeller is an elder in the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church and has pastored several churches in North Georgia. He served 10 years as CEO of Must Ministries in Marietta and another six years heading Action Ministries in Atlanta. He also is an established speaker on topics such as leadership, nonprofit governance, volunteerism and strategic planning.


Center for Nonprofit Management Honors Inspiritus' Middle Tennessee Empowerment Programs

Last month, the Center for Nonprofit Management in Nashville held its 29th annual Salute to Excellence Awards, the country's largest nonprofit awards ceremony, bringing together leaders in local business, community, and nonprofit sectors for a night of recognition and celebration at Belmont University’s The Fisher Center for Performing Arts.

Inspiritus is honored to have been awarded The Memorial Foundation 2022 Leadership Award from the Center for Nonprofit Management. With over 145 applications submitted, 30 nonprofit organizations and leaders were recognized as winners and finalists across 13 award categories of excellence. The finalist organizations were comprised of nonprofits large and small in diverse service areas supporting communities across Middle Tennessee. The Inspiritus team is humbled to take part in such an amazing event!

Facebook Video: Inspiritus Middle Tennessee Empowerment Programs' highlight video shown at the 2022 Salute to Excellence Awards Ceremony by the Center for Nonprofit Management (Nashville)

Please join us in celebrating all who make this work possible, yourself included. We are grateful for the compassion and commitment of all who help Inspiritus continue to successfully empower our neighbors on their journeys from Surviving to Thriving.

Sincerely,

Virginia Spencer
Chief Development Officer
Inspiritus