2026 Philanthropic 5 Nomination Form

PHILANTHROPIC 5 AWARDS NOMINATIONS

The Emerging Leaders Philanthropic 5 Awards recognize five community leaders in their 20s, 30s, and 40s that have made extraordinary commitments of leadership, volunteerism, mentoring, and philanthropy to Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha’s nonprofit community.  Award winners are recognized at the annual Emerging Leaders Philanthropic 5 Awards event. 

Criteria:

• Nominee is in their 20s, 30s, or 40s.
• Lives and works in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, or Waukesha County.
• Has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to leadership, volunteerism, mentoring, and philanthropy. 

P5 Award Winners receive:

• $500 to invest in one of United Way’s Key Initiatives. 
• Public recognition in the Milwaukee Business Journal. 
• Winner celebration in August.

PHILANTHROPIC YOUTH AWARD NOMINATION

The Emerging Leaders Philanthropic Youth Award recognizes a youth community leader that has made extraordinary commitments of leadership, volunteerism, and philanthropy to our four-county region. The winner will be recognized at the annual Emerging Leaders Philanthropic 5 Awards event. The winner will also be awarded a $500 college scholarship.

Criteria:

• Nominee is 20 years old or younger.
• Lives and attends school in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, or Waukesha County.
• Has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment of leadership, volunteerism, and philanthropy.

PY Award Winner receives:

• $500 school scholarship.
• Public recognition in the Milwaukee Business Journal. 
• Winner celebration in August.

Questions? Contact Kristen Hagen.