Thrive Allen County is now accepting nominations for their 19th Annual Award Celebration in November.
Each year Thrive honors individuals, businesses, and organizations making Allen County a stronger, healthier and more connected community. This includes whose expanding access, serving, the underserved, collaborating well, and quietly building a better community.
This November, we’ll once again celebrate the individuals, businesses, and organizations making Allen County a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.
There are nine awards to be presented, including
• Awards for Excellence in Education, Recreation, Health & Wellness, and Economic Development
• Change-Maker of the Year (age 21 & under)
• Volunteer of the Year
• Lifetime Service Award
• Unsung Heroes
• The Donna Talkington Award – Thrive’s highest honor
Nominations can be made online at https://thriveallencounty.org/get-involved/2026-award-celebration, in person at the Thrive office at 9 S. Jefferson in Iola, or by calling (620) 365-8128.
