Family Champion Awards Nominations

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Nominations are now open for the 2026 Family Champion Awards. We invite you to help us recognize exceptional individuals who have demonstrated a deep commitment to family well-being across four key sectors: Education, Public Health, Child Welfare, and Community-Based Organizations

Nominations will close July 1, 2026 and winners will be announced at the Family Champion Awards in September.

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Nominees for each category should exhibit the following:
Innovative Solutions Award: Demonstrates creative, forward-thinking approaches to solving challenges in family well-being
Amplifier of Family Voice: Actively promotes and amplifies the voices of families, ensuring their perspectives shape policies and practices.
Collaborative Leadership Excellence: Fosters cross-sector collaboration to create lasting impact for families. Builds strong networks to advance family well-being.
Generational Impact Leader: Drives initiatives that create long-term, generational benefits for families. Invests in sustainable family support structures.
Empathy Champion: Demonstrates deep understanding, compassion, and commitment to addressing families' needs.
Social Capital Builder: Strengthens community connections and builds social support systems that enhance family resilience.

Which award(s) are you nominating this person?

Innovative Solutions Award

Amplifier of Family Voice

Collaborative Leadership Excellence

Generational Impact Leader

Empathy Champion

Social Capital Builder

Please share a brief specific identified case demonstrating the nominee’s commitment to family.

How does the nominee’s commitment to family inspire others? Please be specific about who is influenced by the nominee and how that inspiration influences others to action.

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