City of Wheaton, IL

Community Relations Commission Accepting Nominations for 2026 Good Citizens Awards

Wheaton Informs
The Community Relations Commission is seeking nominations for individuals for the City of Wheaton’s 2026 Good Citizens Awards now through Tuesday, March 31. The categories for this year’s nominations are student and adult.

Nominees must be current Wheaton residents who go above and beyond for the benefit of Wheaton and its citizens and may not be paid for the service for which they are nominated. This may be volunteer service for a school, religious institution, nursing home, civic group, nonprofit organization, or other act of volunteerism which benefits the community.

To nominate someone, fill out an online application at www.wheaton.il.us/GoodCitizens by midnight on Tuesday, March 31, or mail your application to Wheaton City Hall, Attn: Michelle Mayer, 303 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL 60187.

The Community Relations Commission will review nominations and honor award recipients at the Monday, May 18 City Council meeting.

The Community Relations Commission is the catalyst to connect all people and make them feel united with the Wheaton community through events, key partnerships, and opportunities to give back. Please visit the City’s website at www.wheaton.il.us/crc for more information about the Good Citizens Awards and the Community Relations Commission.