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Submission Guidelines
Deadline
Nomination and narrative must be submitted online or by mail by November 3, 2008.
How to apply
- Submit a nomination form (1 per entry) by using the online form or by mail (address provided below)
- Submit the narrative of questions 1 – 4 (found below) by email to Gordon Wilson at gwilson2@memphis.edu or by mail (address provided below). 500 words maximum.
- Mail any optional supplemental material (No more than five pages)
- Check all submission guidelines as listed below.
Applicants must be a Tennessee individual, organization, business, or government. Applicants may apply for more than one award in different categories where eligible. A sponsoring organization may submit separate components of their work into multiple categories. Program work must have been completed in Tennessee during 2007 and 2008. You may submit documentation for a one year or two year program/project.
Judging
Winners will be selected by an independent panel of judges from the public, private, and government sectors. Judges have the right not to award in all categories or to split decisions for an award. Judging points will be given to each of the narrative's questions. Finalists will have their supporting materials reviewed by a final judging panel.
Narrative Guidelines for Categories I, II, IV and V
In no more than two pages (500 words or less) please address the following four topics in describing your program or activity:
1. Description. Describe your project in the area of litter prevention, community improvement, beautification, solid waste management and/or environmental education. Include the number of participants/volunteers, hours donated, and/or other statistical information related to the award category. Litter Grant Program applications should include collections and public education work and results. Keep America Beautiful affiliates should include programs focused on litter prevention, beautification and waste minimization.
2. Community Need. Why is the program/activity important to the community? What needs did the program/project address? Did your program exceed the normal standards, i.e. more than four cleanups for Adopt A Highway groups?
3. Resources. What were the funding and/or in-kind donation sources? Did you leverage these for additional resources? Did you form partnerships with other organizations, groups, individuals, agencies, etc. to accomplish your project? If so, who?
4. Impact. What were the results and the community benefits? Please be specific and/or provide % increases. Keep America Beautiful affiliates must include Litter Index and Cost/Benefit results. Great American Cleanup™ applicants should show improvement rates and unique partnerships for community action.
Narrative Guidelines for Category III
In no more than two pages (500 words or less) please address the following four topics in nominating the organization or individual:
1. Describe why the organization or individual is an “environmental hero.” What leadership qualities are exhibited that inspire others to participate to make their communities better?
2. What was the community problem or need that this nominee addressed? Were there obstacles to overcome? What leadership traits were exhibited?
3. How did this nominee use his/her time, talent and treasures to better the community?
4. Martin L. Kennedy awards for staff applications should illustrate how the individual goes beyond his/her job description to involve citizens in environmental improvement.
Remember to submit names of people you think deserve awards!
Supplemental Material Guidelines
In addition to the narrative, applicants may elect to send supporting materials such as photographs, newspaper articles, brochures, letters, CDs/DVDs, etc. Please do not send t-shirts, videos or bulky items. Supplemental materials may not exceed 5 pages (you may use front and back). Applications for Category II may include letters and/or testimonials.
Two ways to submit your nomination and narrative
Submit nomination online by clicking here and then email your narrative to Gordon Wilson at gwilson2@memphis.edu.
You can also mail the nomination and narrative to Awards of Excellence, Keep Tennessee Beautiful, 976 West Park Loop, Suite 113, Memphis, TN 38152
Questions? Call 1-888-862-5326, or send an email to Gordon Wilson, gwilson2@memphis.edu
I.Public Education Awards II.Public Participation Awards III.Leadership Awards
IV.TDOT County Litter Grant Program Awards V.Keep America Beautiful - Tennessee Affiliate Awards