PURPOSE

Each year, Comité Noviembre recognizes outstanding individuals who are making a difference in the Puerto Rican community–men, women, seniors, and youths who through the conviction of their character devote their talents to empowering others and making a positive impact in their respective communities. The purpose of this award is to acknowledge and pay tribute to exceptional Puerto Ricans who are usually our unsung heroes.

 

ELIGIBILITY

1. Candidate must be Puerto Rican or of Puerto Rican descent.

2. The accomplishments and contributions of the candidate must directly affect the Puerto Rican community.

3. Candidates must be agents of change, advocates, or risk takers, individuals who empower others by action and/or help to build organizational capacity.

4. There is no age limit on candidates.

 

GUIDELINES

1. The Puerto Rican Heritage Month Lo Mejor de Nuestra Comunidad Award is given to an individual, based on that individual's personal achievements and commitment. It is not given to groups of people, organizations or as a memorial award to people who have died.

2. Letter of nomination and support should highlight why the individual is being recommended for this recognition, how long the nominator has known the candidate and the specific contributions this individual has made to the betterment and enhancement of the Puerto Rican community. The accomplishments listed should not be part of the candidate’s job responsibilities.

3. The nominator should address any significant obstacles overcome by the candidate (if any) and give example(s) of the candidate going beyond the call of duty.

4. Candidates should represent a cross section of the Puerto Rican community: educators, health providers, artists, community organizers and activists, business professionals, volunteers, etc.

5. A complete nomination file includes: an application form, a letter of nomination, letter of support, and a photograph.

6. The nomination file must be received by E-MAIL ONLY BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2024.

7. The recipients of the Lo Mejor de Nuestra Comunidad Award will be informed by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024.

 

NOMINATION FILE MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AND SENT BY E-MAIL:

 

1. A complete nomination form

2. Letter of Nomination

3. Letter of support for the candidate

4. Photograph of the candidate

 

 

PLEASE SEND COMPLETED NOMINATION FORM BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2024 TO:

nydiaedge@gmail.com and stfigs74@gmail.com

 

You can download application by visiting our website at http://www.comitenoviembre.org 

 

For more information please call: (917) 691-7887 or (516) 852-4759