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President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Lifetime Achievement Award
Nomination Form
Overview
The President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS) Lifetime Achievement Award (LAA) is given out annually to five or fewer individuals whose careers have greatly contributed to the advancement or promotion of physical activity, fitness, or sports nationwide.
Nominations are reviewed and winners selected by members of the PCPFS. Factors considered in the selection process include:
- Span and scope of career;
- Estimated number of lives individual has touched through his or her work;
- Legacy of the individual’s work;
- Additional awards or honors received;
- References.
Please complete the following information (all information will be kept confidential):
Name of Person Making the Nomination:
Address (postal):
City: State: Zip Code:
Email Address:
Phone Number:
Company/Organizational Affiliation (if any):
Name of Nominee:
Address (postal):
City: State: Zip Code:
Phone number:
Company/Organizational Affiliation:
Title:
In one page or less, please explain why you feel this individual deserves the Lifetime Achievement Award. Please be sure to identify the (1) population(s) with which he/she works or worked, (2) how his/her work will have or has had a lasting impact, and (3) honors or awards received.
Please identify two references who can be contacted regarding the points addressed in your essay and who can speak to the nominee’s work in or dedication to this field and a copy of the nominee’s resume (if available).
Reference:
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address (if known):
Organizational/Professional Affiliation:
Reference:
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address (if known):
Organizational/Professional Affiliation:
In order to be considered for the following year's award, nominations must be received by October 1. Nominations received after October 1 will be considered in future award cycles. Nominations with incomplete information will not be considered. Eligible nominations will be reviewed and winners determined by the PCPFS Council members. Winners will be notified by December 1 by the PCPFS Executive Director (ED). All individuals who submitted a nomination will be notified of the award decision by January 1. An award ceremony will be held at a location of the winner’s choosing (Washington, DC or in their hometown) in May. If the ceremony is held in the individual’s hometown, the ED or a member of the Council will make the presentation. Ceremonies held in Washington, DC will take place during a Council meeting or other PCPFS event. Travel expenses to Washington, DC will be paid for the winner; no travel costs for family members will be covered by the PCPFS.
Please send the completed nomination package including the form, essay, references, and resume to:
Jane Wargo
pcpfsawards@hhs.gov
Or by fax: 202.690.5211.
If the requested information is missing, the nomination will not be considered.
Due to delays caused by screenings of mail sent to federal buildings, we ask that nominations be submitted via email or fax. You will receive a confirmation phone call or email acknowledging receipt of the nomination within 7 business days. If you have questions, please contact the PCPFS office at 202.690.9000.
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