2026 Philanthropic 5 Nomination Form
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Nominations for 2026 are now Closed.

PHILANTHROPIC 5 AWARDS Details

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 our four-county region.  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 Details

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. 

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.