Celebrity Fight Night Muhammad Ali Award
Celebrity Fight Night Muhammad Ali Award
Former lead singer of The Kingsmen, best known for their hit song “Louie Louie”, 1st Quadrophonic recording pioneer, and three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee Yank Barry, has turned his rock stardom into a humanitarian knockout for over a quarter century.
Yank truly believes that nobody should be hungry and his determined efforts to provide food and comfort to people in need have resulted in both local and global recognition. From heartfelt letters of thanks written by children whose lives he has touched to multiple nominations to receive the Nobel Peace Prize submitted by global leaders, Yank has been humbled by the numerous honors bestowed upon him.
Yank’s career in the music industry generated many gold and platinum albums but the awards that he has received over the past 20 years for his humanitarian and philanthropic work are far more personal. These awards represent lives being touched and sometimes even saved.
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NVBHOF Humanitarian Award – Las Vegas
ChildHelp Global Humanitarian Award
Top Rated Non-Profit – 2014For the third year in a row, the foundation that Yank created has been recognized as one of the best.
Beijing Red Cross AwardAwarded to Yank Barry – March 21, 2014
Medal of Accomplishment from the State Agency of Refugees, Bulgaria – 2014Yank Barry is honored with the prestigious Medal of Accomplishment from the State Agency of Refugees, at the Council of Ministers in Bulgaria, for his tireless efforts to save the lives of the innocent. Yank is only the third person to receive this honor.
Proclamation of Yank Barry Day January 29, 2014 – City of Las VegasThe City of Las Vegas honors Yank Barry.
Official Vatican City invite to honor Yank BarryOfficial invite to receive the Pontifical Hero Award in Rome
Top Rated Non-Profit of 2013For the 2nd year in a row, Global Village Champions Foundation has been awarded the Top Non-Profit Award.
2013 Global Leadership AwardYank Barry – 2013 Global Leadership Award – Kuala Lumpur
Humanitarian Uplift AwardAwarded to Yank Barry by Sheila Jackson Lee, Member of Congress – December 6, 2013
The Flag of the United States of AmericaCongresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee presented Yank Barry with The Flag of the United States of America, flown over the US Capitol in honor of Yank Barry on November 18, 2013.
WBC Award presented to Yank Barry -2013Yank Barry was presented with the WBC award in the UK for his humanitarian efforts.
Certificate of Appreciation – Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterIn honor of Yank Barrys’ outstanding leadership, commitment and support in the battle against cancer
Life for a Kid Award – 2013Life for a Kid award presented to Yank Barry in the UK.
Yorkshire Air Ambulance AwardYorkshire Air Ambulance Award presented to Yank Barry on UK tour, 2013
Sports Media Promotions AwardSports Media Promotions Award presented to Mr. Yank Barry in the UK
World Boxing Association Medal presented to Yank BarryYank Barry was presented the World Boxing Association Medal by boxer, Scott Cardle in the UK.
International Ambassador of The Boxing Hall of Fame – Great BritainYank Barry was presented with the International Ambassador of The Boxing Hall of Fame – Great Britain Award in September, 2013.
Top Rated Non-Profit of 2012Less than 1% of eligible non-profits have earned this distinction.
“Art of Kindness” International Award presented to Yank BarryInternational Award “Art of Kindness” presented by Psychological Center of Research – 2012
Global Leadership Awards 2011 Philanthropist of the YearPresented to Yank Barry by The Leaders Magazine & The American Leadership Development Association – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia July 2011
Global Leadership Awards 2011 Philanthropist of the Year – TrophyPresented to Yank Barry by The Leaders Magazine & The American Leadership Development Association – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia July 2011
Philanthropist of the Year 2011 – Yank Barry – ArticleArticle featuring Yank Barry published in The Leaders International
The Leaders International Special TributeGlobal Leadership Awards 2011
Yank Barry receives Honorary Rank of 2 Star GeneralBestowed upon Mr. Barry by Gen. Dulkit Rukpao, Commanding General of Thailand Armed Forces Development Command, August 2011
Yank Barry receives Honorary Rank – Commander of the Special ForcesBestowed upon Mr. Barry by Gen. Dulkit Rukpao, Commanding General of Thailand Armed Forces Development Command, August 2011
Gusi Peace Prize 2010 – Social Services, Philanthropy & International HumanitarianismPresented to Yank Barry by Ambassador Barry Gusi, Manila, Philippines November 2010
India Humanitarian Award – 2008Humanitarian Award, Empower-India-Movement, presented by Professor P.I. Peter, Chairman, Health India & Noni Family.
Bahamian Red Cross Humanitarian AwardYank received the Humanitarian Award from the Bahamian Red Cross, Mrs. Bernadette Christie and Prime Minister Perry Christie of the Bahamas – 2005
American Diabetes AssociationThank You for Your Leadership, Vision and Financial Contributions – 2002
The PINNACLE Award from Millionaire Magazine – 2000Philanthropist – Entrepreneur Award presented by Millionaire Magazine to Yank Barry
Juárez Hands of Love and HopePresented by Sister Suzie Valadez, In Appreciation – 2000
Juárez Humanitarian Award – 2000Presented by the Governor of Juárez, Mexico
Honorary Chief of PoliceYank was made honorary Chief of Police by the Police Commissioner of Juárez, Mexico – 2000
Founders AwardFounders Award presented by Dr. Ben Joseph
Liberian Humanitarian Award – 1999Presented by the government of Liberia Ambassador to the United Nations, Rachel Diggs
Liberian Humanitarian – 1999Awarded by His Excellency Charles Taylor, President of the Republic of Liberia
Honorary Georgia CitizenHonorary Georgia Citizen presented to Yank Barry by Secretary of State, Cathy Cox – 1999
Phoenix Award – 1999Phoenix Award presented by the Major of Atlanta Mr. Wm. Campbell
Kaliningrad Peace Award – Universal Aide Society – 1998UAS Kaliningrad Peace Award, Presented to Yank Barry & Muhammad Ali by Yuri Gremyachev
Yank Barry – True Leader Award“A True Leader” Presented to Yank Barry by the Global Village Champions in November 1998
Humanitarian Peace Award – Côte d’IvoireYank Barry & Muhammad Ali receive the Côte d’Ivoire flags of Honor, for humanitarian efforts by His Excellency Henry Konan Bédié, President of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire – 1997
