Difference Maker of the Year Awards
Event Ended- Where
- Open to all of Canada View Map
- When
- Ages
- 5 - 18
- Website
- https://www.rickhansen.com/schools-communities/difference-maker-awards
- Contact
- schools@rickhansen.com (Rick Hansen Foundation)
The Rick Hansen Foundation School Program Difference Maker of the Year Awards celebrate and recognize youth, youth groups, and classrooms from ages 5 to 18. Our award recipients are leaders in making a positive impact for inclusion and accessibility for people with physical disabilities in their school and community. Nominations for the 2023-2024 school year are now open! To nominate a youth or youth group/classroom, submit your nomination before April 7th, 2024 at 11:59 pm PT. Individual award recipients will each receive an honorarium of $500 to recognize their work, while classrooms and youth groups will receive $1000 to share. Learn more about our past recipients and get inspired with unique ways to make a difference in your school or community.