Photo: Debra Rogers, 2025 Community Award recipient
A new year always brings a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead—and as we step into 2026, we’re starting the year with a simple but important question: what would you like to hear about from us?
This is our first blog post of the year, and rather than telling you what’s coming next, we want to open the door and invite you in. Our programs, stories, and celebrations are built around people—your ideas, your experiences, and your voices. Now feels like the perfect time to listen.
Are there stories that inspire you and that you’d love to see more of here? Perhaps you’re drawn to personal journeys—moments of challenge, growth, or recognition that remind you why these programs matter. Maybe you’d like us to spotlight past recipients and share what recognition has meant for them over time. Or perhaps you’re curious about the “how” behind the work: how programs take shape, how selections are made, and how impact is measured.
We also hear often that the nomination process can feel mysterious. Would it be helpful to read more about how nominations work, what makes a strong nomination, or what happens after a form is submitted? Are there parts of the process you’d like us to explain more clearly, or questions you’ve always wanted to ask?
Behind every program is a dedicated team, and we’re curious—would you like to get to know the staff who bring this work to life? From program directors to communications and operations, ours is a small but mighty team, working quietly behind the scenes.
If you’re an alumnus or alumna of one of our programs, we especially want to hear from you. How did recognition impact you—personally or professionally? Would you like to be involved as a nominator, a mentor, or an ambassador who helps spread the word? Would you be open to being featured in a future blog post and sharing your story with others who may be earlier in their journey?
And if you’re a potential nominee, we’re curious too. How can we reach you more effectively? Where do you get your information—newsletters, social media, word of mouth, community networks? Knowing this helps us ensure opportunities don’t pass people by.
For nominators, your time and care mean everything. How did you find the nomination form? Did the process feel worthwhile? Do you feel your investment helps shine a light where it truly matters?
There’s no single right answer—only honest ones. You can email us, send us a DM on our social media channels, or give us a call. However, you choose to reach out, please know this: we genuinely want to hear from you.
Here’s to starting 2026 together—by listening first.
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