From local volunteer initiatives to global collaborations, higher education institutions have long stood at the heart of civic progress. This award honors the programs and people driving that impact—those who are rolling up their sleeves, building bridges, and creating change that extends far beyond campus walls.
We invite nominations from across the country for programs that demonstrate excellence in:
- Volunteerism and direct service
- Fundraising and support for community causes
- Advocacy and public education
- Peer mentorship and student-led initiatives
- Service-learning and experiential education
- Civic participation and voter engagement
- Digital and remote service innovation
- Partnerships that foster long-term community well-being
Each winner will be recognized in the April 2026 issue of Insight Into Academia and receive a free press release template to share their national recognition with their networks.
Why Apply?
This is more than an award—it’s an opportunity to showcase your institution’s leadership in advancing public purpose and to celebrate the programs that exemplify higher education’s most transformative mission: serving others.
Who Can Apply
The award is open to accredited not-for-profit colleges and universities in the U.S. Nominations are now open and will close in early 2026.
Nominations must be submitted by December 18, 2025, midnight EST.
Nominate your institution today and help us spotlight the changemakers shaping the future of civic engagement in higher education.
