Only those meeting all of the criteria should be nominated. 

 

Significant Contributions and Positive Impact on Youth

How has the nominee used volunteer or professional efforts, above and beyond normal job expectations and over an extended period of time (ten years or more), to improve the lives of young people?

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• Describe the nominee’s direct and indirect interactions with youth.

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• Include the time spent in service to children.  Detail the years spent in various positions/programs.

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• Give details of the programs/initiatives, which the nominee spearheaded.

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• Describe how the nominee has been consistently available to youth and/or those involved with youth. Give details of hours of service or other evidence of accessibility.

 

Community Involvement

How has the nominee used his/her involvement in community and/or service organizations to benefit others, including young people?

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• Describe the nominee’s volunteer activities outside of his/her job.

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• Give specific examples of the contributions the nominee has made to these organizations.  Include committee, board, and project work.

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Outstanding Personal Qualities

What attributes does the nominee possess that enable him/her to serve as a role model and/or mentor for youth?

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• Describe how the nominee models behaviors that have a positive influence on young people

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• Give examples of how the nominee has handled difficult or sensitive situations to positively impact youth.

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