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The Basic Needs Champion Award honors leaders, advocates and changemakers whose commitment to basic needs, measurable impact, innovation, collaborative leadership and advocacy have significantly advanced student’s basic needs security. Nominees are recognized for their distinguished contributions to creating equitable, sustainable solutions that empower students and strengthen communities across New York State.
All nominations must be received by Monday, August 31st, 2026
Guidance Nomination Criteria
Please provide specific examples when possible. Strong nominations include accomplishments, measurable outcomes, student stories (without identifying information), partnerships or other evidence that demonstrates the nominee's contribution to basic need supports across Campus. (Suggested responses below: 300–500 words.)
Commitment to Basic Needs Support
Describe how the nominee demonstrates dedication and commitment to supporting student basic needs (food security, housing, transportation, childcare, mental health, or other essential needs).
Impact and Outcomes
Describe the impact of the nominee's efforts. Include examples of programs, services, partnerships, or measurable outcomes that demonstrate how their work has positively affected students or the campus community.
Innovation and Community Collaboration
Describe how the nominee has demonstrated innovation, creativity, or collaboration in addressing student basic needs. Include examples of new approaches, cross-campus partnerships, community engagement or efforts to improve existing or new programs and services.
Leadership and Advocacy
Explain how the nominee has demonstrated leadership or advocacy in advancing basic needs initiatives. Describe how they promote awareness, influence change, inspire others, or improve support systems for students.
Distinguishing Recognition
What distinguishes this nominee from others working to support student basic needs? Describe the qualities, accomplishments, or contributions that make them especially deserving of this recognition and explain why they should receive this award.