Gaston Together Community Leadership Awards Nomination Form

Gaston Together is excited to announce our updated Community Leadership Awards. Each year, the awards will focus on leaders in specific age groups. This year, we will select the top 3 leaders under 30 in Gaston County.

Anyone under the age of 30 who lives or works in Gaston County can be nominated. They should exemplify strong leadership qualities, contribute significantly to community involvement by volunteering (or working) for civic and/or non-profit organizations, and have achieved professional success.

Gaston Together Community Leadership Awards Selection Criteria

  • The nominee must be under the age 30

  • The nominee must work or live in Gaston County 

  • The nominee should demonstrate: Initiative, Impact, Influence, Leadership, & Service

Nomination Instructions

  • Nominations must be received by 5:00 PM on October 15, 2025

  • The nomination must include a bio with specific accomplishment(s) cited

  • Please be thorough – incomplete nominations will not be accepted

  • The selection Committee will review all nominations to ensure they meet the award criteria

  • Please note that only the nominee(s) selected to receive the award will be notified of their nomination

2025 Community Leadership Awards Application