Since the new deadline for these awards in soon, it would be best if
nominations are sent by e-mail rather than by regular mail.

IOWA SIERRA CLUB AWARDS

For years, the Iowa Chapter has honored activists and volunteers for their
efforts to protect the environment.   Please consider nominating someone for
an award.   Winners will be presented with their award at the annual dinner.

The nomination must include:
Award Category
Name of nominee
Address and phone number of nominee
Statement of why you think the nominee should receive the award
Your name, address and phone number.

If it is a group nomination give the name of a contact person.  The deadline
for the nominations is August 12th. The Chapter Executive Committee will
review nominations and nominations received after the deadline may not be
considered.

Submit nominations by Email if possible to [log in to unmask] or by
mail to Peggy Murdock, 823 Carroll Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50010-6327.

Award Categories

Distinguished Service - For a Club member who has shown service to the Club
over a number of years. This is the Iowa Chapter's highest award.

Activist Award - For a member who has served the Club in any capacity during
the past year in a way that greatly promoted the goals and purposes of the
Iowa Chapter of Sierra Club.

Business Service Award - For a business or individual in business who has
contributed significantly to environmental issues directly affecting Iowa.

Environmental Journalism - For a person working in the news media who has
contributed significantly to environmental understanding at a community,
county, or state level.

Steward of the Land Award - For a farmer or other individual whose
agricultural practices promote soil conservation and/or other
environmentally positive results.

Public Service Award - For a legislative or governmental employee or
appointee who has contributed significantly to environmental issues directly
affecting Iowa.

Environmental Educator Award - For an educator at any level of education who
has contributed significantly to an increased understanding of the
environment.

Grassroots Award - For any individual whose contributions have resulted in
significant change regarding the environment in a local community.

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