Nominee Form – The You Belong Foundation

Nominate an Honoree for the Paige Awards

Every year, the Paige Awards celebrates the strength, perseverance, and everyday impact of people in the
disability community. We honor two types of individuals.

1. Individuals Living with Disabilities
People with physical, intellectual, developmental, mental health, or invisible disabilities who are actively
moving forward in a positive and productive way. They are not “superhuman”, but they show up each day
with resilience, purpose, and contribution.

2. Champions of the Disability Community
Individuals who work directly with people with disabilities, such as teachers, doctors, therapists, caregivers,
parents, nonprofit leaders, or advocates, and make a consistent, positive impact on their lives.

Before you nominate someone, please review our full honoree criteria below. Nominations must meet these requirements to be considered.

Nomination Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by May 30 to be considered for this year’s awards program.

Submissions received after May 30 are automatically considered for the following year. Please do not submit duplicate nominations.

The Paige Awards is about celebrating everyday strength in every story.

We look forward to learning about the amazing people in your life who are making a difference.

[Complete the Nomination Form Below]

Full Name of Nominee

Nominee Age

Nominee's Phone Number

Nominee's Email Address

Nominee's City and State

Category

Individual Living with a Disability Champion of the Disability Community

Type of Disability, if applicable

(Eligibility Confirmation)

Nominee meets the specific criteria for their chosen category. Nominee has demonstrated consistent positive impact for at least the past 12 months. Nominee is at least 18 years old. Nominee lives in the United States, or international with board approval. Nominee is willing to attend the Paige Awards ceremony in person if possible, or virtually if travel is not feasible. Nominee is willing to share their story publicly. I confirm that I have the nominee's consent to share their story and contact information with the Paige Awards team.

Your Name

Your Phone Number

Your Relationship to Nominee

In 250 to 500 words, tell us why your nominee should be honored at the Paige Awards. - Share specific examples of their resilience, advocacy, contributions, or service. - For individuals living with disabilities, describe how they are moving forward in a positive and productiveway. - For champions, share how their work has directly improved the lives of people with disabilities.