GWA 2017 Honors Nominations Now Open
Deadline Monday, May 1

Members can recognize the achievements of their peers with a 2017 Honors Nomination. To honor individuals who have made a significant contribution to the GWA objectives, please complete the nomination form below. 

The choices for GWA Honors this year are as follows:

Fellow  recognizes a member in good standing who has demonstrated exceptionally high degrees of skill, professional ethics and dedication to the GWA mission and values. Two members may be elected Fellows each year. See past winners

Honorary Member  recognizes a non-member who has contributed measurably to the GWA mission and values through professional or avocational activities, but is not otherwise qualified for GWA membership. See past winners

Hall of Fame Member  is the highest honor GWA can bestow on a person whose life and career has materially affected and advanced the mission and values of GWA. See past winners

Wilfred J. Jung Distinguished Service Medal  is awarded to an allied member who has contributed significantly to the promotion of home gardening and garden communications. Only one award winner may be named each year. See past winners

Emergent Communicator Award  recognizes a member under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptionally high degrees of skill, professional ethics and dedication to the GWA mission and values. Self-nominations are welcome. Only one award winner may be named each year. See past winners

NEW! GWA Green Medal Sustainability Award  recognizes the accomplishments of individuals or allied organizations working to address wise and respectful use of the land. Self-nominations are welcome. To submit, please fill out the form found here .

NEW! Cynthia Westcott Scientific Writing Award  recognizes individuals with PhDs who communicate new ideas, concepts or scientific findings related to horticulture and gardening in terms that are easily understood by laypersons. 

For questions, please contact GWA at 212.297.2198 or [email protected]. 

DEADLINE MONDAY, MAY 1, 2017

Questions? Please contact us at 212.297.2198 or [email protected]