2024 Awards Nomination Form

Announcing the 6th 70 Over 70 Awards, a celebration recognizing 70 individuals, 70 years or better, from a variety of backgrounds who continue to inspire others, improve our community and age with dignity.

Presented by and benefiting KC Shepherd's Center whose mission is to celebrate, empower and serve older adults.

Nominations are open now through May 1st for the 70 Over 70 Awards. Check out https://kcshepherdscenter.org/events/70-over-70-awards-celebration/ for more information about this event.

September 21st, 2024 at 7:00PM

The View at Briarcliff

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the nomination criteria?

All nominees must be 70 years of age by the year nominated in order to be eligible for consideration. Nominees must reside within the greater KC metropolitan area including the following nine counties - in Missouri: Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte or Ray County; and in Kansas: Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami or Wyandotte County. Nominees cannot be a prior Honoree.

2. How are the 70 Over 70 honorees selected?

A selection panel, comprised of diverse community members from across the greater Kansas City metropolitan area including 70 Over 70 Alumni, KC Shepherd’s Center staff and volunteers, reviews all nominations. Those nominated should expemplify a spirit of service throughout their lives. Nominees may be currently working or retired. Some may be CEOs, community volunteers, or neighborhood leaders. Others may be engaged in politics or be church leaders. We hope to recieve noiminations for people from all walks of life.

3. Benefits and Recognition for all selected Honorees

Photoshoot by local photographer by Tom Styrkowicz
Commemorative 2024 Honorees Year Book
Acknowledgment on KC Shepherd's Center website
70 Over 70 lapel pin
Honoree Reception
Recognition at the Moonstruck Gala
On-going 70 over 70 networking events

70 Over 70 Nomination Form

Everyone knows someone 70 or better who inspires them. Using the form below, share about the individual you're nominating and their impact on the community. Tell us how this person inspires you, serves as a role model to others, is committed to a spirit of service or creates volunteer, social, civic, cultural, charitable or economic value in his/her community(ies).

If you have questions, please contact Terri Goddard, Director of Resource Development and Community Outreach, KC Shepherd's Center at 816-293-9614 or email terri@kcshepherdscenter.org .

1. Nominee

Full Name*

Birth Date (mm/dd/yyyy) or Age (estimated)*

E-mail address*

example@example.com

Are they a veteran?

YesNoUnknown

Religious Affiliation

Please list all previous/current employers.

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

2. Nominator (you)

Full Name *

E-mail Address

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Nominee's Service & Contributions

Please describe how the Nominee at 70 or better has consistently operated in service to others with their talent, skills, time and support, including their support to family, friends, neighbors, or communities. Please include any significant organizational affiliations or honors. Limit: 1,200 characters.*

Creating Community Value

Please share an example of how the Nominee at 70 or better has inspired or encouraged others through their outstanding service, living life to the fullest, creating meaningful community involvement, advancing lifelong learning, and fostering a spirit of service in others. Limit: 1,200 characters *

How did you hear about the 70 over 70 Awards?

Before submitting, please be sure all fields are complete. Incomplete nominations cannot be reviewed.

Awards Nomination Form

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