Nominations for the 2026 Dr. Kristen Ries Community Service Award will be open until May 15th. The recipient will be recognized at the 2026 Utah Pride Festival and Parade on Sunday, June 7th, as well as the Utah Pride Directors' Reception happening Wednesday, June 3rd.
Selection Criteria:
- Nominee shows dedicated love of the LGBTQ+ community
- Nominee has, in their own unique ways, given time, money, service and/or commitment to building or supporting the LGBTQ+ community
- Nominee is a positive role model for the LGBTQ+ community members
- Nominee represents and exemplifies compassion, leadership and courage
The recipient of this award is selected by a committee composed of all living past recipients of this award.