NAPPC Award Nominations - Now Open

[Shannon Farmer]

Hello everyone,

I wanted to make you aware of the NAPPC Awards Opportunity that just opened up. Nomination period is open until July 17, 2026. Please see the email below for more information. Please reach out to na...@pollinator.org if you have any questions.

North American Pollinator Protection Campaign Upcoming NAPPC Award Nominations!   Dear Colleagues,  Each year, the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC), in conjunction with several partners, solicits nominations for eight prestigious awards across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico: the Pollinator Advocate Award, the Farmer-Rancher Pollinator Conservation Award, the Pollinator Roadside Management Award, and the Pollinator Electric Power Award. Nominees demonstrate a profound understanding of the crucial role pollinators play in sustaining food, culture, and ecosystems, going the extra mile to support birds, bees, butterflies, moths, and bats. NAPPC's acknowledgment of awardees aims to inspire and amplify efforts in safeguarding North American pollinator populations. The winners are honored at the annual North American Pollinator Protection Campaign Conference, held every October. Nominations for the 2026-27 Award Year are currently open and can be submitted through their respective online forms by Sunday, July 17th, 2026.   Pollinator Advocate Award The Pollinator Advocate Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have contributed significantly to pollinator species protection and conservation and to public education, resulting in increased awareness of the importance of pollination.  Awards are distributed in three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Nominate yourself or others by clicking the button below! Award Form   Farmer Rancher Pollinator Conservation Award The Farmer Rancher Pollinator Conservation Award recognizes the unique contributions that members of the agricultural community make to pollinators where they are needed most – supporting our food supply.  Awards are distributed in three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Award Form   Pollinator Electric Power Award This initiative of the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) recognizes electric power projects that are leading the field in pollinator‐friendly initiatives. This award was developed by the NAPPC Pollinators on Managed Lands Task Force in conjunction with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI).  The Award This award is for a specific project, not an overall program. Projects including, but not limited to, utility rights-of-way, generation facilities (solar, wind, hydro, etc), substations, and surplus property are eligible for this award. What you Get Peer and stakeholder recognition Award plaque presented at NAPPC 2026 Template for a press release (that the company can customize) An award badge for you to use on website/email/social media NAPPC registration for up to 2 representatives Key Dates Nomination Period: April 1st, 2026 – July 17, 2026 Award Announced: Fall 2026 Award Form   Pollinator Roadside Management Award Pollinator Roadways is an initiative of the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) to recognize roadside management organizations or agencies who are leading the field in pollinator-friendly roadside practices. In 2026, NAPPC will be awarding its 11th annual Pollinator Roadside Management Award. Award Criteria: Government Transportation Agency Demonstrates an exemplary long-term commitment to provide pollinator habitat along roadsides. Plants or seeds pollinator supporting vegetation. Promotes vegetation management practices (mowing, pesticide use, etc.) within the agency that incorporate the needs of pollinators. Can describe the positive impacts of the agency’s pollinator initiative for animals and people. Engages the public through education and outreach as well as signage. Documented roadside miles impacted by the agency’s pollinator initiative and plans for the future.   What you Get Award plaque presented at NAPPC 2026 Media release template that you can customize An award badge that can be used on social media/websites/email signatures Registration at NAPPC 2026 for 1 representative Key Dates Nomination Period: April 1st, 2026 – July 17, 2026 Award Announced: Fall 2026 Award Form   With gratitude, Shannon Farmer NAPPC Manager Pollinator Partnership Our Contact Information Pollinator Partnership 582 Market Street, Suite 1215 San Francisco, CA 94104 415.362.1137 http://pollinator.org You are being sent this email because you are a subscriber. If you wish to update your Email Preferences or Unsubscribe, click Unsubscribe | Manage email preferences

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Shannon Farmer (she/her)

NAPPC Manager

Pollinator Partnership 

sha...@pollinator.org | 240.559.5752

Baltimore, MD

HQ: 582 Market St. Ste 1215 | San Francisco, CA 94104

pollinator.org | 415-362-1137