The Sara Kelly Award: Honoring Married Women Who Exemplify Community Excellence

 

The Sara Kelly Award is a heartfelt initiative designed to honor married women who make a lasting impact within their communities. This annual award is a celebration of women who demonstrate leadership, compassion, service, and meaningful change—without the need for pageant titles, competitions, or public recognition.

 

Named in honor of Sara Kelly, the award serves as a symbol of strength, selflessness, and community-driven purpose. It recognizes everyday heroes—mothers, wives, professionals, advocates—who dedicate their time and heart to causes bigger than themselves.

 

 

Purpose:

 

 

To celebrate and uplift married women who actively promote positive change, advocacy, and empowerment within their communities.

 

 

Eligibility:

 

 

• Must be a married woman in the state of Oregon

• Must demonstrate a clear track record of community involvement or excellence

• There are no requirements for pageant participation, professional status, or organizational affiliation

 

 

 

Selection Criteria:

 

 

Nominees are evaluated based on:

 

• Impact: Contributions that have improved lives or advanced local causes

• Consistency: Dedication shown throughout the year

• Character: Leadership, kindness, resilience, and authenticity

 

 

 

Award Recognition:

 

 

Each year, the recipient of the Sara Kelly Award receives:

 

• A formal award plaque

• A $500 check to support their continued community efforts or personal growth

• Public recognition through social media features, local press, and events

 

 

 

Why It Matters:

 

 

This award aims to spotlight those who often go unnoticed—married women who balance life’s many roles while still finding time to lead and serve. It’s a tribute to women who lead with love, act with integrity, and inspire change, one community at a time.

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