Nominations Open for Bloomington Youth Recognition Awards

~ Bloomington, IN - The City of Bloomington's Commission on the Status of Children and Youth (CSCY) has announced that they are now accepting nominations for the 2026 SWAGGER Awards. These awards recognize local youth who have made positive contributions in their schools, neighborhoods, and community.

SWAGGER, which stands for Students Who Act Generously, Grow, and Earn Respect, celebrates young people who have made a difference through acts of service and compassion, personal growth, and inspiring those around them. The CSCY is seeking nominations for youth in four grade-level categories: Kindergarten-3rd Grade, 4th-6th Grade, 7th-8th Grade, and 9th-12th Grade. There is also a category to recognize youth groups such as Girl Scout troops or student councils.

Nominations can be made by educators, coaches, neighbors, friends, relatives, clergy members, service providers or anyone else who is familiar with the nominee's character and growth. Nominations will be accepted until Friday, May 16th and can be submitted online at bton.in/swagger.

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The 2026 SWAGGER Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 27th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Switchyard Park. Honorees will receive prizes and an official City of Bloomington proclamation. The event will also include refreshments for nominees and their families.

The mission of the Commission on the Status of Children and Youth is to promote community connections that empower, enhance and nurture children and youth. Last year's SWAGGER Awards recognized over two dozen young people and welcomed 179 community members to the celebration.

In addition to nominations, the CSCY is also seeking monetary donations and in-kind contributions to support the event. Sponsors will be recognized according to their level of support across social media platforms as well as print and electronic media related to the event. Those interested in donating items or gift certificates can call 812-349-3430 to coordinate arrangements.

For more information, please contact Shatoyia Moss, Director of Community and Family Resources, at 812-349-3430. The CSCY is looking forward to honoring the outstanding youth in Bloomington and celebrating their positive impact on the community.

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