The Irvin Katz Memorial Award

Irvin W. Katz, one of the founding members of IECA, lived his life in service to others as a mentor to countless consultants and as a steward for community volunteerism.

In 2006, his family established The Irvin Katz Memorial Award to honor those members of IECA who make extraordinary voluntary contributions of their time and talents to community organizations that benefit the educational needs, health and well-being of all our children. The Katz Award is presented annually at the IECA Conference, recognizing a member's significant charitable volunteer efforts on behalf of a nonprofit organization. The recipient of this prestigious award will receive $2,000 to be donated to the nonprofit they have supported. This award serves as an opportunity to celebrate individuals who embody the spirit of service that Irvin so passionately represented.

Nominate a deserving consultant today and help us honor the enduring legacy of Irvin W. Katz by highlighting the incredible impact our members have within their communities!

Nominations are due no later than Friday, April 11, 2025.

Recipient Qualifications

Professional Member or Associate Member with at least 5 years-membership to IECA—regardless of Professional or Associate designation.
Nominations are for individuals, not companies. Note: an exception could be made if a company and all of its consultant employees/partners have contributed significantly to the development or expansion of a project.
Demonstrated significant community service with a nonprofit organization that aligns with IECA Foundation’s mission- to help underserved youth and young adults map pathways to success.
A recipient of the Katz Award cannot be nominated again for a period of time of 5 years.
If nominated for the award, but not a recipient, a person can be nominated again the following year.
Personal volunteer work to a nominee’s child’s school, to their church or synagogue should not be considered unless it is a special project that benefits the community as a whole.

Questions? Contact IECA Foundation Program Director, Rachel Herman

2023 Recipients
Marcy Beatty & Sarah Rickelman

The IECA Foundation is thrilled to announce IECA Professional Members Marcy Beatty and Sarah Rickelman as the 2023 Katz Award recipients for their dedicated service on behalf of underserved students through Guilford A Better Chance.

Guilford A Better Chance offers intelligent and talented young women of color from under-represented communities the opportunity to attend a high quality public high school and a preparatory college-track program.

Learn more about Guilford A Better Chance here!