Do you know a local person or community who deserves regional recognition? The Green River Area Development District invites you to nominate them for a 2025 GRADD Annual Award.

GRADD now accepting 2025 Annual Award nominations
Since 2002, GRADD has honored three individuals each year with Regional Excellence Awards:
- The Charles Reid Regional Citizenship Award is presented to a citizen from the public or private sector who has played a major role in regional development efforts.
- The Texal Brooks Regional Leadership Award is presented to a current or former GRADD Board or committee member who has demonstrated outstanding regional leadership.
- The Wendell Ford Legislative Leadership Award is presented to a local, state or national elected official who has dedicated his/her life to working with legislative issues and services for our region’s citizens.
- Download and Print Application

Established in 2008, the GRADD Community of the Year Award honors a city or county who has initiated significant efforts to improve the quality of life for their residents. Download and Print Application.
Nominations must be submitted by August 29, 2025.
For more information contact Kim Wells or call 270-926-4433
