Nominate yourself or a colleague for one of six 2015 Annual Leadership Awards presented annually by Americans for the Arts in conjunction with Annual Convention! These awards recognize the achievements of individuals, organizations, or programs committed to enriching their communities through the arts.

Categories include the Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award, the Arts Education Award, the American Express Emerging Leaders Award, the Michael Newton Award, the Selina Roberts Ottum Award, and the Public Art Network Award.

Nominations close at 5 PM EST on Friday, March 27, 2015! You must be a member of Americans for the Arts to submit nominations, nominees, however, are not required to be members of Americans for the Arts. Members must login to their Americans for the Arts Account to submit a nomination.

Each award has its own evaluation criteria. Be sure to visit the rules and regulations for each award before submitting your nomination. Visit the Annual Awards page for more information or to submit a nomination.

Questions e-mail [email protected] or call (202) 371-2830 for assistance.