Public Nominations

Nominate a Community Champion

Help us recognize the people and organizations making a meaningful difference in our community. You may nominate someone for one award or select several award categories at once.

Nominations close September 18, 2026

First, tell us who you are.

If the committee needs any additional information, they will contact you at the email address you provide.

Your Name Your Email

Which award are you nominating for?

Select one or as many as you would like. A simple nomination card will appear for each award you choose.

Brighter Future Award Organization Award Honors an organization, agency, group, or program that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to improving the lives of children. The Valor Award Individual Award Recognizes a first responder who has shown exceptional service, courage, dedication, or leadership in protecting and supporting others. Everyday Hero Award Individual Award Celebrates an adult volunteer whose consistent service has made a meaningful impact on children, families, or the broader community. Rising Star Award Individual Award Honors a young person, up to age 22, who has shown leadership, kindness, initiative, and a commitment to helping others.

Select an award above. Your nomination form will appear here automatically.

Nomination

Brighter Future Award

Honors an organization, agency, group, or program that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to improving the lives of children.

Organization Name Why do they deserve this award? Please be as specific as possible. 0/1200

Nomination

The Valor Award

Recognizes a first responder who has shown exceptional service, courage, dedication, or leadership in protecting and supporting others.

Nominee Name Why do they deserve this award? Please be as specific as possible. 0/1200

Nomination

Everyday Hero Award

Celebrates an adult volunteer whose consistent service has made a meaningful impact on children, families, or the broader community.

Nominee Name Why do they deserve this award? Please be as specific as possible. 0/1200

Nomination

Rising Star Award

Honors a young person, up to age 22, who has shown leadership, kindness, initiative, and a commitment to helping others.

Nominee Name Why do they deserve this award? Please be as specific as possible. 0/1200

Ready to submit? You can review everything above before sending it to the committee.