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~ Tacoma, Wash. - The City of Tacoma is now accepting nominations for the 39th Annual City of Destiny Awards, a tradition that has been honoring outstanding local volunteers since 1987. The nomination period opened on February 11, 2025 and will close on Friday, March 14 at 11:59 p.m.
The City of Destiny Awards recognize individuals and groups who have made exceptional contributions to the community in various categories such as Adult and Youth Leadership, Lifetime Service, Youth and Group Service, Environmental Sustainability, Disability Advocacy (Professional and Volunteer), Economic Development, and Equity & Empowerment. Last year's ceremony also introduced the Inspire Tacoma award which honored two-time NBA All-Star athlete and local philanthropist Isaiah Thomas. Over the years, more than 330 individuals and groups have been recognized for their dedication to improving life in Tacoma.
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The nomination and selection process is overseen by the City's Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC), a group of community leaders appointed by the City Council. This diverse group develops the nomination tools and criteria used to evaluate nominees. The awardees will be celebrated at the annual City of Destiny Awards ceremony. Organizations interested in sponsoring this event can find more information on tacomavenues.org.
To nominate someone for an award, submissions must be made by March 14 at 11:59 p.m. The nomination form can be found online at tacomavenues.org or a hard copy can be requested by contacting communityevents@tacomavenues.org or calling 253.573.2523.
For those interested in learning more about the City of Destiny Awards or watching last year's ceremony, visit tacomavenues.org.
The Events and Recognitions Committee serves as an advisory and action committee for matters related to City-hosted events, special events funding, and recognition programs. Its members are responsible for planning, reviewing, and evaluating events that receive grant funding, as well as engaging the community in the planning of City-hosted events such as the City of Destiny Awards and the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration.
The City of Destiny Awards recognize individuals and groups who have made exceptional contributions to the community in various categories such as Adult and Youth Leadership, Lifetime Service, Youth and Group Service, Environmental Sustainability, Disability Advocacy (Professional and Volunteer), Economic Development, and Equity & Empowerment. Last year's ceremony also introduced the Inspire Tacoma award which honored two-time NBA All-Star athlete and local philanthropist Isaiah Thomas. Over the years, more than 330 individuals and groups have been recognized for their dedication to improving life in Tacoma.
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The nomination and selection process is overseen by the City's Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC), a group of community leaders appointed by the City Council. This diverse group develops the nomination tools and criteria used to evaluate nominees. The awardees will be celebrated at the annual City of Destiny Awards ceremony. Organizations interested in sponsoring this event can find more information on tacomavenues.org.
To nominate someone for an award, submissions must be made by March 14 at 11:59 p.m. The nomination form can be found online at tacomavenues.org or a hard copy can be requested by contacting communityevents@tacomavenues.org or calling 253.573.2523.
For those interested in learning more about the City of Destiny Awards or watching last year's ceremony, visit tacomavenues.org.
The Events and Recognitions Committee serves as an advisory and action committee for matters related to City-hosted events, special events funding, and recognition programs. Its members are responsible for planning, reviewing, and evaluating events that receive grant funding, as well as engaging the community in the planning of City-hosted events such as the City of Destiny Awards and the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration.
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