On Thursday, October 22, 2026, the Blanton-Peale Institute & Counseling Center held the 2026 Norman Vincent Peale Awards for Positive Thinking in New York City.
The Norman Vincent Peale Awards recognize individuals and organizations that exemplify the spirit of positive thinking that underlies the Blanton-Peale Institute & Counseling Center. The evening serves as a celebration of mental and spiritual wellness while raising funds crucial to our mission to provide quality holistic mental health services and training.
During this very special night, we honored two incredible leaders in ministry and wellness! Rev. Dr. Michael Bos, Senior Minister of Marble Collegiate Church and Rev. Dr. Micah McCreary, President of New Brunswick Theological Seminary inspire hope and positive change in the lives of so many, with compassion, creativity, and exceptional leadership. We are thrilled to recognize their impact and share this special celebration with them and the Blanton-Peale community.
We greatly appreciate all who were able to join us as well as our sponsors, donors, keynote speaker and Emmy Award winning journalist Jay Dow, and partners: Kimberly of Wilson-Marshall PR & Special Events, O'Dell of The Solutions 2810, Phill Christie Productions & Designtronix, Nick Carter of Verason Inc., the Rakeim Walker Project, and SECOND NYC.