Youth Programs Awards

Nominations are now open through March 28 for the 2025 Youth Programs Awards. The awards recognize the exceptional contributions of those in our community who made a lasting impact in youth programming in 2024. 

Nominate others or yourself in one or more of the categories below. We look forward to celebrating our award winners at the April 15, 2025 symposium.

Submit a Youth Programs Award nomination

This award recognizes an individual who showed exceptional leadership in a youth program during the 2024 calendar year. The recipient went above and beyond their role, creating impactful and memorable experiences for both youth participants and volunteers. This leader inspired growth, fostered a positive environment, and contributed to the overall success of the program.

This award celebrates a program that delivered exceptional youth programming in 2024. This program went above and beyond expectations, creating meaningful events that made a lasting impact on participants. It stands out due to its creativity, effectiveness, culture of safety, and the overall positive contribution it has made to youth development.

This award honors a staff member (employee or volunteer) who has demonstrated exceptional dedication and effort within a youth program. The recipient consistently exceeded their responsibilities, ensuring events run smoothly, and supporting the youth program’s success in every way possible. Their contributions made a significant impact on the overall experience for youth participants and fellow program staff.