OYM 2026 Award Nominations

2026 Outstanding Young Michigander Nomination
JCI Michigan Outstanding Young Michiganders Honors Program
The JCI MI Outstanding Young Michigander program was started in 1955 to recognize outstanding community leaders ages 18 and 40 years old from around the state of Michigan. The program honors up to five (5) Outstanding Young Michiganders (OYM).

AWARDS
The Outstanding Young Michigander honors program recognizes young people based on their achievements and contributions to their community. These individuals exemplify the Jaycee philosophies and ideals.

SUBMISSION PROCESS
It is not required that the nominee or nominator be a member of the Jaycees. Local Chapters may nominate up to two (2) individuals.
DEADLINES AND NOTIFICATIONS
All submissions are due electronically by 11:59 p.m. on June 30, 2026. Notification of winners will be communicated to both nominees and nominators the week of July 13, 2026.
OYM AWARDS BANQUET
The JCI Michigan Outstanding Young Michigander program will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Holland, Michigan. Information on the banquet will be included in the winners’ notification letter. Winners will be announced to the media prior to the Honors program. Each Winner will receive two (2) complimentary tickets to the awards banquet. Additional tickets may be purchased. For more information surrounding the event for the weekend, please visit jcimi.org
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please contact your 2026 Outstanding Young Michigander Committee at president@jcimi.org.

Nominator Name

First NameLast Name
Nominator's Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Nominator's Email Address
example@example.com
Jaycee Chapter Association

REMINDER - JCI MI OYM RULES GOVERNING NOMINATIONS:
● Age limit effective January 2026 is 18-40 years. A person is not eligible if the nominee becomes 41 before January 1 of the following year.
● The nominee must be a U.S. citizen.
● The nominee must be present at the awards ceremony.
● All questions on the nomination form MUST be answered. Incomplete nomination forms are subject to
disqualification.
● The nominee may not be a current member of the JCI Board of Directors at the state, national or international level.
● It is not required that the nominee be a member of the Jaycees.
● A local chapter may nominate only one person for each category. Each JCI MI chapter is limited to no more than 2 “Outstanding Young Michigander” nominations per year.
● A video presentation will be prepared by our communications team.
● To assist with this, between 20 and 50 HIGH quality candid photos should be submitted in addition to a headshot. These photos should depict all aspects of the recipient's life (family, career, community, etc.). These photos will be required shortly after notification.
● Submissions must be received Electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. June 30, 2026.
● Recipients of an O.Y.M. award may be requested to complete a “Ten Outstanding Young Americans” (TOYA) nomination form, for submission to JCI USA.
● All entries become property of the JCI Michigan.
● Nominees must be willing to promote the ideals of JCI USA for the year after winning the award.
● Nominees must be willing to allow JCI USA to use their name, image, and submission information in current and/or future communication and promotion of the OYM program.
● All rules must strictly be abided by, or entry will be disqualified.

Select a Nomination Category
Nominee's Name

First NameLast Name
Nominee's Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Nominee's Email
example@example.com
Nominee's Birthday

MonthDayYear
Date
Nominee's Family (If applicable, including partner/children to be acknowledged):

Nominee's Occupation or Profession
Nominee's Job Title
Nominee's Company/Business Name
Describe the nominee's education, including degrees earned, academic honors, etc. (3,000 characters)

0/3000
List important published works and a brief description of each; of the nominee if applicable (3,000 characters)

0/3000
Outline the timeline of the nominee's career or field of activity.

0/9000
List important awards and honors the nominee received that illustrate his/her achievements. Include a brief description of each.

0/9000

Describe the exceptional achievements of the nominee, and/or the challenges they've overcome to achieve them.

0/9000
List any quotes from colleagues that illustrate the achievements and beliefs of the nominee.

0/9000
What are the nominee's personal goals in life?

0/9000
Who or what gave the nominee the inspiration for their chosen career?

0/9000
What does the nominee consider the most important quality an individual in their field should possess?

0/9000
What does the nominee consider the most important quality an individual in their field should possess?

0/9000
How does the nominee promote community visibility and citizen accessibility?

0/9000

AS NOMINATOR: Summarize in 9000 characters, the nominee's most outstanding humanitarian efforts and how the nominee exemplifies the line of the Jaycee Creed that states, "Service to humanity is the best work of life."
AS NOMINATOR: Summarize in 9000 characters, why you believe your nominee should be selected as one of the Outstanding Young Michiganders.

I attest to all facts contained on this form and give permission for the facts to be used for publication. With the agreement to accept the OYM award banquet on November 7, 2026. I understand that barring extreme circumstances, the nominee is required to be present at the award Ceremonies held in conjunction with the JCI Michigan Outstanding Young Michigander. In the event circumstances prevent attendance, a nominee must present the conditions to The JCI Michigan President for his/her decision on the continued eligibility of the nominee for an award. They must keep the selection of all honorees confidential until JCI Michigan makes the formal announcement of the selections.
Upon selection, I understand that a headshot will be required within 5 business days as proof of my award acceptance.
I understand that if selected, 20-50 candid photos will need to be submitted by July 10, 2026 through the format notified in the notification email.
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2026 Outstanding Young Michigander Nomination