Community Award 

Nominations

Submit a South Bend Community Awards Nomination

For 2024 Selection, nominations are due by April 19, 2024.

Submissions will need to be submitted online. The following information is required:

  • Candidate’s name and Contact information
  • A detailed summary of the nominee’s qualifications
  • Your name
  • Your address
  • Your phone
  • Your email address

South Bend Community Awards

Ideal Baldoni Distinguished Public Service Award

The Ideal Baldoni Distinguished Public Service Award was created in memory of Ideal Baldoni, a political icon in our community who had the respect of virtually all people in public service and the many people who knew him. This award is given to elected and appointed public officials who have distinguished themselves by demonstrating exemplary personal integrity and selflessness for the betterment of our community. The award focuses attention on the positive achievements of the many people who serve in public offices in our community and in this country.

Contribution to Education Corporate Award

The corporate award for contributions to Education is awarded to an organization that in the pursuit of excellence achieves its goals and objectives at an uncommonly high level and thereby distinguishes its members and our community.

Distinguished Community Service Award

The Distinguished Community Service Award is awarded to an individual or a group of people who, in the pursuit of helping their fellow citizens perform services at an uncommonly high level and thereby distinguish themselves and their community.

Distinguished Achievement Award

The Distinguished Achievement Award is presented to an individual or group of individuals who, in the pursuit of excellence in their field of work and/or interests, achieve their objective at an uncommonly high level and thereby distinguish themselves and their community.

Community Awards Nomination Form

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Nominee Information

Nominee Name*
Community Service Awards Nomination
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Please describe the nominee's accomplishments and achievements, and their qualifications for the award, including career history, service contributions, awards/honors, and leadership roles held in South Bend or beyond.

Nominator Information

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