Lois Norby was named the recipient of the 2004 MAVA Award for Excellence in Volunteer Leadership.

As former president of the Minnesota Chapter of the National Association of Partners in Education (NAPE), Norby is a familiar name within the education community.She helped establish many of the volunteer programs in Minnetonka during her 14 years working at Minnetonka Community Education and Services.

Retired in 1998, Norby continues her work as a member of the Minnetonka Community Education and Services Advisor and chaired the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s Annual Orchid Lights fundraising event in 2003.

Patti Priesmeyer, Norby’s nominator, says, “Lois Norby, through her actions and her leadership, truly exemplifies the ideals of selfless contribution to the community.”

The MAVA Award recognizes an individual who has made superior contribution in furthering professional volunteerism in Minnesota. Norby received the award at the Minnesota Conference on Volunteerism held in Brainerd in May 2004.