Generosity in Action Awards

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

For the leader who gives their hours, energy, and heart to make our mission possible.

TALENT IN ACTION 

For the community leader who puts their expertise to work for Leadership Austin. This leader has been helping Emerge participants discover their guiding principles and leadership potential for nearly two decades.

LIFELONG LEARNER OF THE YEAR

For the alum who keeps coming back to grow, stretch and learn alongside others. This year’s honoree is a graduate of 3 Leadership Austin cohort programs – Emerge, Essential, and LeaderLab.

OPEN DOORS HONOR 

For the person who creates opportunities for others to enter the room, contribute, and belong. This person was a super-connector opening doors for others this past year.

PARTNER OF THE YEAR

For an organization whose sustained partnership has helped build Leadership Austin and its impact over time. 

LEADERSHIP WAY ALL STAR

Recognizes someone who has helped create the conditions for Leadership Austin to thrive, through:

Time. Talent. Treasure. Ties. Testimony.

They don’t just participate in Leadership Austin. They help make it possible.

BEST CLASS EVER!

Showing up is kind of our thing. The Best Class Ever celebrates the Best Community Ever!

Each year, the class with the strongest alumni engagement, from volunteering, speaking, and giving to showing up for Leadership Austin programs and events, takes the title. The prize? An oversized trophy, serious bragging rights, and eternal glory. 

Think your class has what it takes? See you out there!