Login Become a Member ABOUT PROGRAMS COMMUNITY CENTER WAYS TO GIVE VOLUNTEER SAGE AWARDS SAGE AWARDS Thank you for joining us for the 5th Annual Sage Award nominees. Wednesday, May 19, 2021 10:30 a.m. Brunch and Awards Presentation The Frances Langford Theater at the Kane Center Guest Emcee: Martin County Commission Ed Ciampi Congratulations to the Winners of the 2020-2021 Sage Awards! Robin Bisi and Matt Markley (accepting on behalf of the late LaVaughn Tilton), Claire Siefker, Dan Mackin, Ellyn Stevenson and Karlette Peck Congratulations to the 2020-2021 Charlie Kane Award Honorees! Dr. Linda Kardos and Dr. Howard Robbins Honorary Chairman and Keynote Speaker Honorary Chairman H. William Lichtenberger H. William Lichtenberger received the Charlie Kane Award in 2018. Keynote Speaker Dr. Mark Brody President and Founder of Brain Matters Research “Getting Close to a Cure for Alzheimer’s” Brain Matters Research is one of the largest Alzheimer’s disease clinical research facilities in the country. Proceeds from the Sage Awards will benefit the charitable work of the Council on Aging of Martin County, which includes Meals on Wheels, a therapeutic Adult Day Club, the Joseph C. & Ann S. Day Medical Center, geriatric care management and caregiver support. 2020-2021 Sage Award Winners Arts & Culture Dan Mackin The 2020-2021 Sage Award winner for Arts & Culture is Dan Mackin for his outstanding enrichment of the cultural fabric of South Florida and beyond. The long-time Hobe Sound resident has made a name for himself across the globe for his bright, tropical scenes. His charitable work shows his true commitment to making our slice of the world a better place. His artwork has raised over $2 million for the National Kidney Foundation of Florida and he is on the board of the National Kidney Foundation. In all, Dan’s “Art of Giving Back” page on his website lists 21 charities. Remarkable Caregiver Ellyn Stevenson The 2020-2021 Sage Award winner in the Remarkable Caregiver category is Ellyn Stevenson for being a source of encouragement for every caregiver she encounters, offering camaraderie, strength and a sense of humor. As the full-time caregiver for her husband, her no-nonsense, proactive approach to life has not only helped her navigate caregiving’s myriad challenges, it has been life-changing for fellow caregivers sharing the same experience. Ellyn is also an active philanthropist and volunteer. She serves as the Chair of the Community Foundation Martin-St. Lucie and is a co-founder of Impact 100 Martin. Health Science & Medicine Karlette Peck, MPHS, PA The 2020-2021 Sage Award winner for Health Science & Medicine is Karlette Peck for her unwavering passion for public health, global health, health equity, and community partnerships that create structural social change. After four decades in public health, Karlette retired and promptly turned her focus to building a new project: St. Mary’s Healing Center at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. Karlette is the new 501(c)(3)’s volunteer Executive Director, leading the organization’s strategic planning process to create a destination for faith-based mental and physical health and wellness. Education Claire Siefker The 2020-2021 Sage Award winner in Education is Claire Siefker for her life work dedicated to helping those most in need of compassion. Throughout her nearly 60 years in the Indiantown community, she has been a beacon of hope for people in crisis, particularly immigrant women and children. She now serves as Board President of KinDoo Family Center, providing life-skills for adults who never had the opportunity to further their education. Art and painting have always been Claire’s passion, and she has brought her talent to the children at Hope Rural School and to the women at the KinDoo Family Center. Community Service LaVaughn Tilton (Posthumous) The 2020-2021 Sage Award winner in Community Service is the late LaVaughn Tilton, for being one of the Treasure Coast’s most successful and ardent child welfare advocates. As the founder of Hibiscus Children’s Center, the Treasure Coast’s only licensed emergency shelter for children, her vision, fortitude and generosity has ensured a better—and safer—life for thousands of children. LaVaughn Tilton passed away on January 8, 2021, before the Sage Awards could be rescheduled. She leaves behind an incredible legacy. Her passion and vision live on in the mission of the Hibiscus Children’s Center. 2020-2021 Sage Award Honorees Charlie Kane Award Honorees Dr. Linda Kardos and Dr. Howard Robbins Dr. Linda S. Kardos and Dr. Howard Robbins have been pillars of the medical community, providing thorough, thoughtful medical care and leadership in Stuart for over 30 years. Outside their busy internal medicine practice, they dedicate their time, treasure and expertise to many local charitable organizations. Chairman's Award William & Helen Thomas Charitable Trust The William & Helen Thomas Charitable Trust has been honored with the 2020 Chairman's Award for fulfilling the legacy of a long-time philanthropic couple from Stuart, Florida by supporting nonprofit organizations providing services for education, the environment, medical needs, the underprivileged and other charitable purposes. 2020-2021 Nominees 2019 Winners 2019 Nominees 2018 Winners 2018 Nominees 2017 Winners 2017 Nominees 2016 Winners Many Thanks to our Generous 2020-21 Sponsors The Charles & Rae Kane Center, 900 SE Salerno Road, Stuart, FL 34997 Email: kanecenter@kanecenter.org Phone: (772) 223-7800 QUICK LINKS Home About The Kane Center Contact Us Purchasing & Privacy Policy KANE CENTER NEWS 06 November 2021 Welcome Phyllis Waters Brown 05 November 2021 A Place for All Seniors 15 October 2021 Council on Aging celebrates 10 years at the Kane Center AREA AGENCY ON AGING © 2017 The Kane Center. All Rights Reserved. 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