WithinReach Award Recipients

The Cynthia F. Shurtleff Leadership Award

The Cynthia F. Shurtleff Award honors an individual who has demonstrated leadership and innovation in significantly contributing to the health and well-being of women, children and families in Washington State.

Cynthia F. Shurtleff Leadership Award 2011: Linda Hull

Linda Hull is recognized as one of the top lobbyists in Olympia. With more than 20 years experience practicing law in Washington State, Linda specializes in the areas of legislative advocacy, regulatory matters, strategic planning, and coalition building. A diverse client base has provided opportunities for Linda to work with many state agencies and virtually all legislative committees.

As WithinReach’s lobbyist, she has volunteered countless hours as an advocate, working to protect the interests of children and families served by WithinReach. Known for effective problem-solving, Linda has lent her expertise in government relations to improve the lives of families across our state. Her tireless and strategic efforts have helped WithinReach develop a strong presence in Olympia. In her personal life, Linda enjoys traveling to exotic places, like Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Egypt, Morocco and Africa and she looks forward to visiting Tanzania this summer with her granddaughter.

Past Award Winners

2010-Kyle Yasuda, MD
2009- John Neff, MD
2008-Linda Stone
2007-Ginny English
2006-Robert Crittenden, MD
2005-Kathy Carson
2004-Don Sloma and Lorrie Grevstad
2001-Danette Glassy, MD
2000-Anthony Chen
1998-Elizabeth Thomas
1997-Maxine Hayes, MD
1996-Cynthia Shurtleff

WithinReach Partnership Award

The WithinReach Partnership Award is given to organizations that have partnered with WithinReach to improve the health of all families in Washington, through effective collaborative efforts and a shared commitment to serving diverse populations.

WithinReach Partner Award 2011: United Way of King County
WithinReach is very proud to partner with UWKC on the successful Bridge to Basics, providing person-to-person nutrition and health resource outreach for vulnerable families. As a leading partner with many local human service organizations, United Way of King County facilitates collaboration, fostering a stronger community and developing innovative approaches to better serve families.

Past Award Winners

2010 – Group Health Cooperative
2009 - Children’s Village, Yakima Neighborhood Health Services, Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital
2008-Public Health – Seattle & King County
2007-NPower Seattle
2006-Washington State Department of Health
2005-Children’s Alliance
2004-Children’s Hospital & Regional Medical Center
2001-MultiCare Health System
2000-Washington Dental Service Foundation
1999-The Boeing Company
1998-American Academy of Pediatrics, Washington Chapter
1997-Junior League of Seattle
1996-SAFECO