2025 MRPA Professional Awards - Nomination Form
Thank you for taking the time to recognize a fellow professional for their outstanding contributions to the field of parks and recreation. Your nomination celebrates individuals who demonstrate excellence through their exemplary work, meaningful contributions, active involvement in the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association, or other noteworthy achievements that make a lasting impact on our profession and communities
By filling out the form below you are nominating the individual you list for one of the six Professional Awards presented by MRPA. The MRPA Professional Award recipients are honored during the Annual General Meeting and Awards Luncheon in January of 2026. For detailed information about each Professional Award category see below or visit https://www.mnrpa.org/Award-Categories.
The award for which you would like to nominate an individual?
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Clifton E. French Award: Minimum 20+ years of professional experience.
Nelson - Niles Award: Minimum 10 years of professional experience.
Dr. Gerald B. Fitzgerald Leadership Award: Minimum 5+ years of professional experience.
Horizon Award: Maximum 8 years of professional experience.
Board and Commission Member: No minimum experience. Accomplishments must be done in their role as board or commission member.
Nominated person's name
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First Name
Last Name
Nominated person's agency and title
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Nominated person's e-mail
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Nominated person's phone Number
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Area Code
Phone Number
Your name
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First Name
Last Name
Your Email
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example@example.com
Your Phone Number
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Area Code
Phone Number
Please provide a brief statement on why you feel this person should be nominated in this category
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