Frequently Asked Questions

Nominations may be submitted by any member in good standing at the time of nomination. This helps ensure fairness and recognizes the voices of those actively engaged in the organization.

The official nomination period recognizes contributions made during the previous fiscal year. All activities and achievements must have occurred during that time to be considered eligible.

All nominations must be submitted by September 15 at midnight. Late entries will not be considered.

Eligibility depends on the award category. Each category has its own criteria. Be sure to review the Eligibility Criteria for full details before submitting a nomination

Yes, self-nominations are allowed as long as the nominee meets the eligibility criteria for the chosen category.

Yes, you may submit multiple nominations, but each nomination must be submitted using a separate form.

After the nomination deadline:

• Eligible nominations will be reviewed and summarized.

• A shortlist of finalists will be created based on member voting or internal scoring.

• A selection committee will review finalists and choose one winner per category.

Your nomination may be summarized or combined with others for editorial purposes. We reserve the right to correct grammar and clarity while preserving the original meaning. Your personal information will not be shared publicly.

Yes, depending on the category. For example, parents, students, and community leaders do not need to be dues-paying members to be eligible for nomination. Please check individual category requirements.

Winners and finalists will be announced at our annual awards event (ie Scholarship Breakfast or other Event) and may also be recognized through our website, email campaigns, and social media.