Nomination information:

We are now accepting nominations for the 2023 Outstanding Youth Awards! This event is -presented by the Harkins Community Memorial Foundation.

Candidates should be considered for their outstanding contributions to their church and/or community for a project that the individual initiated, organized, or contributed to significantly. Six Outstanding Youth Award nominees will be selected to be recognized and asked to attend the Youth Awards Ceremony on Friday, June 30th. All nominees will be celebrated, however, one nominee will be selected by a panel of judges as the “2023 Harkins Outstanding Youth Award” Winner.

Nomination Form for 2023 Outstanding Youth Awards!

Nomination forms must be submitted via electronic form by Tuesday, May 16th

Save the Date for the 2023 Outstanding Youth Awards!

Friday, June 30, 2023 

This award was created as a means of recognizing outstanding youth whose extraordinary efforts have made a difference, and provided positive examples for their generation. Candidates were considered for outstanding achievements and contributions made to their church and/ or community for a project that they initiated, organized, or contributed to significantly. We will share the stories of the incredible young people who you will meet here this evening, and recognize them during a special awards presentation.

Ticket Prices: $60 / person

For additional questions about the Outstanding Youth Awards—Contact Marva Brown @  815-519-2013 or email: marvalouisebrown@gmail.com