The deadline is looming for nominations for the 2019 Heart of Service award.
Nominations are due by 5 p.m. Monday.
The award — now in its 14th year — is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Port Townsend (noon club), the Port Townsend Sunrise Rotary Club, the East Jefferson Rotary Club and the Peninsula Daily News.
“This award gives us the opportunity to highlight the good works of ordinary people in Jefferson County who unselfishly give their time and energy to help others,” said Terry Ward, PDN publisher.
“These build community. They are truly local heroes, working to make life here better.”
There are two categories for nominations, youth and adult.
A panel of judges will review the nominations and select one to six people to receive a Heart of Service award in each category at a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. May 14 at the Northwest Maritime Center, 431 Water St.
Nominations must be made using the accompanying coupon and must be submitted to the Peninsula Daily News’ Jefferson County office, 1939 E. Sims Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368 or online at www.peninsuladailynews.com/heart-service-nomination.
A letter describing the merits and accomplishments of the person being nominated must be included with the coupon. It should cite examples of the individual’s special dedication, sacrifices and significant accomplishments in community service. If possible, the nomination should include supporting documents, such as copies (not originals) of other awards, newspaper articles or letters of support.
Individuals, clubs, churches, businesses or other organizations may nominate. But only individuals, not organizations, can be nominees. Anyone who lives in Jefferson County can be nominated.
Recipients of the Heart of Service in the past are not eligible for a 2019 award. But those previously nominated but not selected for a Heart of Service are eligible for renomination.
Those with questions can call Ward at his direct number, 360-417-3500 (if he’s not in, leave a voice mail), or email tward@peninsuladailynews.com.
