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Detailed explanation-1: -Optimist. These are just a few titles that come to mind when speaking about our intrepid founder, Michael J. Fox. On Saturday, November 19, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences added another title to the list-Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award winner.

Detailed explanation-2: -At $2.5 million, the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize is the world’s largest annual humanitarian award presented to a nonprofit organization.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Humanitarian of the Year award is given to an individual or organization working in the realm of food who has given selflessly and worked tirelessly to better the lives of others and society at large.

Detailed explanation-4: -Criteria. Groups to be considered for the Humanitarian Award must show examples of having a strong commitment to participating in or promoting activities that emphasize social responsibility in responding to domestic and/or global issues.