Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Unsung Hero Award Nomination
Submit a nomination focused on impact and story rather than résumé-style accomplishments.
Nominee Information
Nominee's Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
City of Residence
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How long has the nominee lived, worked, volunteered, or served in Kern County?
Nominator Information
Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship to Nominee
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Family member
Friend
Colleague
Community member
Supervisor
Teacher/Educator
Mentor
Other
Tell Us About Your Nominee
Why are you nominating this individual for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Unsung Hero Award?
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Describe the nominee’s contributions to Bakersfield or Kern County. Please include specific examples of how their service has positively impacted others.
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How does the nominee’s service reflect the values associated with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, such as service, equality, compassion, justice, leadership, or community unity?
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Why do you consider this nominee an ‘Unsung Hero’? Please describe how they have served or made an impact without significant recognition, publicity, or personal gain.
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Who has benefited from the nominee's service?
Supporting Information
Approximately how many years has the nominee been involved in community service?
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Less than 1 year
1–3 years
4–7 years
8–10 years
More than 10 years
Primary area(s) of impact
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Youth & Education
Community Service
Health & Wellness
Social Justice & Advocacy
Faith & Community
Business & Economic Empowerment
Mentorship
Neighborhood Improvement
Arts & Culture
Senior Services
Other
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Nomination Certification
Certification
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I certify that the information provided in this nomination is accurate to the best of my knowledge and understand that submission of a nomination does not guarantee selection.
I understand that MLK Legacy Kern may contact me for additional information regarding this nomination.
Electronic Signature
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Date
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