On May 3, 2007, the Virginia Conservation Network (VCN) will honor individuals and organizations within the Commonwealth who have set themselves apart as leaders in conservation and sustainability. The event, which will include a performance by the Capitol Steps, will take place at the Modlin Center for the Arts at the University of Richmond. The evening will begin with a reception for sponsors and awardees at 5:30, followed by the awards presentation at 7:00 and Capitol Steps performance at 7:30.

Richard Cizik, nationally known evangelical leader, will be honored with the award for Individual Leadership within the Faith Community on the Issue of Global Warming & Sustainability. Cizik will make brief remarks about his work raising the profile of global climate change within the faith community.

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