The MAPS Annual Awards Gala honors distinguished individuals and organizations who have made great contributions to the lives of Portuguese speakers and other community members in Massachusetts.


OUR GALA WAS A GREAT SUCCESS! THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT!

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2023 Award Recipients

MAPS 2023 Person of the Year:
Manny Lopes
Executive Vice-President, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts


MAPS Mary & Manuel Rogers Lifetime Community Service Award:
Nailze Lima
Intake Coordinator, Support Staff, and Interpreter, MetroWest Legal Services


MAPS Álvaro Lima Outstanding Business Award:
Paul Ferreira
President, Cambridge Printing Company


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