The document summarizes an event hosted by Michigan Clean Water Action called the 2015 Great Lakes Awards Celebration. The event honored individuals and organizations that contribute to sustainability in the Great Lakes region. As an intern for the organization, the author helped plan the event, including fundraising efforts that raised $20,000 from 48 sponsors and $4,528 in donations from Michigan businesses. The awards celebration, held at the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, brought together approximately 150 guests to recognize award recipients and enjoy Michigan-made food and drinks while increasing awareness of the organization's mission.