SUBMIT A NOMINATION

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:

Who can make a nomination?

Answer:  Nominations are accepted from LLS staff, trustees, volunteers as well as other interested external parties. Nominations require an endorsement by an Executive Director, Regional Vice President or Senior Leadership Team.

Can nominations be made at any time?

Answer:  Unfortunately no. The call for nominations is open mid-January to March. Nominations will not be accepted after March 1.

Can anyone be nominated?  Are there any exceptions?

Answer:  Nominees must meet specific award criteria. Certain circumstances may make an individual ineligible, these circumstances include: the person has received an appearance or performance fee, or is a current employee of LLS. 

How many nominations can I make?

Answer:  The National Recognition & Awards Program is not intended to replace a local chapter awards program; therefore, it is recommended that each chapter nominate no more than 5 nominations each year.

How will I know if my nomination is approved?

Answer:  The National Recognition and Awards Program is not a competition.  There are no winners. The nominations are reviewed and if the nominee meets the criteria, the award recipients are announced internally in April.

When will awards be received?

The National Recognition & Awards are shipped directly to the chapters by June 1. 

When will awards be presented?

Answer:  The awards are presented at the chapter level. Please do not plan any presentation prior to June 1.

I’m not sure what category I should select?

Answer:  Review the various categories and seek the guidance of your Regional Vice President.

How do I submit a nomination?

Answer:  Just click SUBMIT A NOMINATION. 

To return to the main National Recognition & Awards page click here.

To avoid disappointment those submitting nominations are asked to keep the nomination confidential and not share with the nominee.