Tempe Mayor's All-Abilities Awards 2026
Nomination Form
Deadline: March 2, 2026, at 4:00 pm

The City of Tempe is excited to announce that the Mayor’s All-Abilities Awards celebration will be on April 14, 2026.  This annual event is currently scheduled from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at the Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281.  

Please take this opportunity to submit nominations to recognize businesses, agencies, educators, individuals and students who demonstrate ability, advocacy, access and achievements for this annual awards event. You are invited to submit more than one nomination.  

 

For alternate formats or submissions via email, contact Monique Perry at 480-350-2704 or email Monique_Perry@tempe.gov.

Eligibility Requirements

• Nominees must work, live, volunteer or impact people with disabilities in Tempe. 
• All information must be accurate and current and include sufficient contact information.
• Current City Officials or Disability Concerns Commissioners are not eligible.
• Nominations must be received by March 2, 2026, at 4:00 pm.

Award Categories

•Outstanding High School Student - For high school seniors with disabilities transitioning to further education or training.

• Outstanding Youth - For youth with disabilities (developmental age under 18) demonstrating dedication and success.

• Exceptional Educator - For educators providing exceptional education and support to students with disabilities.

• Tim Bolen Award of Merit- For non-youth individuals improving the quality of life for Tempe residents with disabilities.

• Pride of the City Award - For organizations or businesses improving the quality of life for Tempe citizens with disabilities.

Nomination Process 

1. Complete the Nomination form by March 2, 2026, at 4:00 pm. 
2. You will be notified of the status of the nomination via email
3. If selected, your nominee(s) will be notified and invited to attend the Awards Ceremony on April 14, 2026.
4. Your nominee(s) will be notified and invited to attend the Awards Ceremony on April 14th.
5. You are also invited to attend this event and can RSVP via this link: Mayors All-Abilities Awards RSVP

Selection Criteria

Nominations are selected by the Commission based on the application please complete the entire form and include attachments, as needed.

1

Nominee's Name:

Nominee's Name:

2

This nomination is for the following category:

This nomination is for the following category:

Outstanding High School Student

Outstanding Youth

Exceptional Educator

Tim Bolen Award of Merit

Pride of the City Award

3

Nominator Information:

Nominator Information:

Contact Name

Organization or School Name

Best Phone #ext.

Business Phoneext.

E-Mail:

Have you informed the individual or organization that you have nominated them?

Relationship to Nominee

4

Nominee's Contact Information.  If Nominee is under the age of 18, include parent/guardian’s contact information. 

Nominee's Contact Information. If Nominee is under the age of 18, include parent/guardian’s contact information.

Name

Parent/Guardian

Street Address, City, State, Zip

Best Phone #ext.

E-Mail

5

Nominee's School/Employer/Organization's name, address and contact information.

Nominee's School/Employer/Organization's name, address and contact information.

School/Employer/Organization Name

Contact Person

Best Phone #ext.

E-Mail

6

Nominee and Impact:

Why does the nominee stand out? Describe how they have shown advocacy, improved access, created opportunities, or achieved success. (Consider: improvements, leadership, progress, etc.)

Nominee and Impact: Why does the nominee stand out? Describe how they have shown advocacy, improved access, created opportunities, or achieved success. (Consider: improvements, leadership, progress, etc.)

7

Challenges:

What challenges has the nominee faced and how have they worked through them? 

Challenges: What challenges has the nominee faced and how have they worked through them?

8

Additional Comments (optional):

Any additional comments supporting the nominee’s impact and achievements?

Additional Comments (optional): Any additional comments supporting the nominee’s impact and achievements?

9

Letters of Reference or support (Optional):

Letters of Reference or support (Optional):

Name

Relationship to nominee

Contact Phone Numberext.

E-Mail

10

Letters of Support (Optional)

If there are letters of reference or support, please email them to Elena_Hale@Tempe.gov. Please ensure that the nominee’s name is included on the letter and/or email title.

All nominations must be received by March 2, 2026, at 4:00 pm.

Materials submitted will not be returned.  If you have questions or wish to submit a nomination in another format, on paper, in person or via email, please contact:                    

Direct line - Phone: 480-350-2704
TTY: 7-1-1
Mail: Tempe City Hall
31 E. 5th Street, 2nd Floor, Mail Code 0105, Tempe, AZ  85281
Website: www.tempe.gov/allabilitiesawards

Email: Monique_Perry@tempe.gov

1. To receive a copy of your submission, please fill out your email address below and submit.
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