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LIFECHANGER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

We make sure each and every LifeChanger knows how much they’re appreciated. Here’s what happens after you submit your nomination.

  • Each LifeChanger will have a unique profile* built on our website so their story can be shared. Colleagues, students, friends, and family – anyone who supports the nominee – can visit their LifeChanger's profile and leave a comment.

  • We share our LifeChangers’ profiles and stories on social media.

  • Each LifeChanger also receives a personalized certificate.

  • We notify the local press about the amazing LifeChangers in their area.

Most importantly, each LifeChanger has a shot of being selected as one of our LifeChanger of the Year winners - which means a chance for them and their schools or districts to win cash prizes. All cash prizes are provided by our charitable arm, the National Life Group Foundation.

  • $20,000 to be split between a $10,000 individual cash award and a $10,000 donation to the winner’s school/district

    Nomination Deadline: December 31st, 2025

  • $5,000 to be split between a $2,500 individual cash award and a $2,500 donation to the winner’s school/district

    Nomination Deadline: December 31st, 2025

  • $3,000 to be split between a $1,500 individual cash award and a $1,500 donation to the winner’s school/district

    Nomination Deadline: December 31st, 2025

  • Given to the LifeChanger whose community demonstrates the most support for their nomination. To learn how you can rally behind your LifeChanger, visit our Support Your LifeChanger page.

    $5,000 to be split between a $2,500 individual cash award and a $2,500 donation to the winner’s school/district

    Nomination Deadline: December 31st, 2025

  • Given to a LifeChanger in a specific discipline each year. For the 2025-26 school year, this award will be given to a physical education/health teacher and/or sports coach.

    $5,000 to be split between a $2,500 individual cash award and a $2,500 donation to the winner’s school/district

    Nomination Deadline: October 31st, 2025

*We reserve the right to edit, shorten or delete any profile or comments posted to a profile  at our discretion. For more information, view our contest rules.