The Licking County Foundation honors young changemakers in Licking County, Ohio, with recognition and a $1,000 donation to a charity of the recipient's choice.
Funder: Licking County Foundation
Due Dates: September 30, 2026: Nomination deadline
Funding Amounts: $1,000 charitable contribution made to a nonprofit/public organization meaningful to the honoree
Summary: Recognizes young leaders (ages 15–35) for outstanding community impact in Licking County, Ohio, with a $1,000 donation to a charity of their choice.
This award, presented by the Licking County Foundation through its Youth Philanthropy of Licking County initiative, honors exceptional young leaders aged 15 to 35 who have made a significant difference in Licking County, Ohio. The program celebrates individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, innovation, and measurable impact through community service, civic engagement, philanthropy, or public leadership. In addition to the recognition, the Foundation makes a $1,000 charitable contribution in the recipient's honor to an eligible nonprofit or public organization that is meaningful to the honoree.