2021 Global Business & Interfaith Peace Award - Bronze Medalist
In August of 2021, John was recognized as a Bronze Medalist in the category of Philanthropy at the 2021 Global Business & Interfaith Peace Awards as organized by The Religious Freedom & Business.
Wow! I am so humbled and grateful to receive this wonderful award from an organization that is doing such fantastic work around the world.
The ceremony was held on August 24th during the Paralympics in Tokyo! A venue that couldn't be more appropriate for receiving this award.
A special thank you to special kids and volunteer tree climbers! This is your award too!
From John's Finalist Profile
People with differing physical or emotional abilities often feel like outsiders in life. Dr. John Gathright believes principles of kindness, love, peace, understanding, diversity, and a sense of global family can bring different groups together. Dr. Gathright founded Tree Climbing Japan, helping children of differing faiths, abilities, and challenges come together to find an increased self-confidence through embracing the challenge of climbing trees. The program’s goal is to help all children grow up like magnificent trees, standing tall and strong, kind and unique, and helping each other. Tree Climbing Japan has helped thousands of people feel included through tree climbing activities all over the country. This has produced a better awareness and appreciation for all people, despite their differences.
About The Religious Freedom & Business
Foundation (RFBF) is the preeminent organization dedicated to educating the global business community, policymakers, non-government organizations and consumers about the positive power that faith - and religious freedom for all (including those with no religious faith) - has on business and the economy.
