Spirit of Idaho Awards
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Many acts of service happen in local Idaho communities, but they are not necessarily recognized by the media or the general public. As a way to bring attention to these worthwhile individuals, groups and projects, I created the Spirit of Idaho Award. The first award was presented in Twin Falls in November of 2000. Since the first award was given, I have been privileged to recognize more than 600 deserving Idahoans who have demonstrated a commitment to improving their community and serving their fellow citizens.
There is no specific schedule for making Spirit of Idaho Awards. They are given for service to a community, and can be given to individuals or groups. The general criteria for a Spirit of Idaho Award is that the recipient must be a resident of the state of Idaho and have set a positive example for the community. There is no formal application process, but individuals who wish to bring some act to my attention are welcome to do so by contacting the nearest Regional Office to share that information.