dear grammar nerd friends...

[spazlovesweezy]

i need your help. my work wants to engrave the following sentence on an award to be given out every year. please rewrite it  in such a way that the important words are still in it but it isnt so awful to read

In recognition and appreciation of your loving support to families, and your dedication to making a difference in the lives of the people we

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[clama_ne_cesses]

It depends whether this person means families in general or families of those with addiction. If it's the latter, perhaps consider:

In recognition of your dedicated assistance of those who face addiction and mental health issues, and in appreciation of your loving support of their families.

[dnangel000]

"Good job"

[kaitlyn_smith]

I like Dan's.

[spazlovesweezy]

ugh. she didn't like any of them. stubborn old lady.....
so it will be engraved in metal and not changed ever and will be given to outstanding volunteers for years to come. she let me take out the comma though..

i like dan's best