Illinois Veteran of the Month

The Veteran of the Month award highlights the work of community activists who also happen to be military veterans. Each month, on behalf of Governor Pat Quinn, Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs Director L. Tammy Duckworth will recognize a different person or group that contributes to the betterment of communities across the state of Illinois.

For more information, contact IDVA at (312) 814-5538.

• Past Award Winners
• Nomination Guidelines
• Nomination Form

Past Award Winners

Nomination Guidelines

1. The nominee must reside in Illinois and must have received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Military.
2. Honorees will be recognized for significant public service contributions made at the local, state or national level and by excellence achieved through action above and beyond the call of duty. Nominees should also have made significant contributions in volunteer work in support of veterans and/or the military.
3. In addition to information requested on the nomination form, please provide a brief written summary of the nominees achievements; to include: (a) a description of significant accomplishments, including dates, (b) information concerning military service, and, (c) if applicable, a list of significant awards received by the nominee.
4. Nominations will be evaluated on the scope and impact of a nominees achievements and the extent to which his/her efforts benefit and provide inspiration to their community and other Veterans. Please document significant achievements and accomplishments, especially those made after the nominees military service.
5. Nominations will be reviewed no later than the 15th of each month prior to the scheduled awards presentation (for example: Nominations for the October 2007 Veteran of the Month must be received and will be reviewed by September 15, 2007). Nominations will be reviewed and the recipients will be ultimately chosen by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs.

Nominations should be submitted to:

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veteran of the Month
James R. Thompson Center
100 West Randolph, Suite 5-570
Chicago, IL 60601-3219