Several non-profit groups in the Lima area received early holiday gifts this year- thanks to a special program operated by the United Way.

Volunteers from area businesses and companies help these non-profits with odd jobs and repairs- through the Extreme Community Makeover Project.

David Voth- the executive director of Crime Victim Services- said it is a great program for all who get involved.

A celebration breakfast took place on Wednesday at the Old Barn Out Back Restaurant.

Most Energy Efficient Award: Alloway Environmental Testing and Women in Constriction, for work at NW Ohio Literacy Council

Most Recovered Space Award: General Dynamics for work at Crime Victim Services

Most Overdue Project: Husky Energy Team for work at united Way of Greater Lima

Just for Kids Award: St. Rita’s Medical Center for work at The Arc

Best New Partners Award: Lima Memorial for work at the Bradfield Center

Brighten Your Corner Award: Procter & Gamble for work at the YMCA Annex

“Lots” of Improvement Award: Potash Corp for work at Lima Salvation Army

Permanent Improvement Award: Smith Boughan for work at the American Red Cross