Calling All Iowan of the Day Nominations

May 30, 2019
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It’s almost a month until Iowan of the Day nominations are due! Make sure to nominate your outstanding Iowans before July 1. We need your help in finding Iowans from across the state that demonstrate an honest work ethic, while showing a sense of Iowa pride.

When choosing the Iowans of the Day for the 2019 Iowa State Fair, the committee looks for volunteer service, community/youth involvement, awards/honors, and the personal qualities of an individual. While nominating your great Iowan, remember to include and list all of the great work that individual has done in your community. It is also recommended to send in extra materials to show how awesome this Iowan is! These materials can include pictures, newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation.

Along with all of the extra materials, the most important piece is to send in an application with your name, the individual’s name, and references. This nomination form can be found on the Blue Ribbon Foundation’s website, attached in this blog post, or I would be happy to mail you a physical copy if you email me at publicrelations@blueribbonfoundation.org.

By nominating someone for the Iowan of the Day you give them the opportunity to be chosen for a chance at making life-long memories at the Fair. Ron Hunerdosse from Fairfield was chosen for the Iowan of the Day in 2018. He recently called to say how honored he was and what great memories he was able to make with his now grown-up daughters at the Reba McEntire concert. You could do the same for a member in your community!
Each Iowan of the Day receives:

- A day of recognition at the 2019 Iowa State Fair
- Introduction of the Anne and Bill Riley stage
- $200 cash
- Use of a golf cart for the day
- VIP parking
- Gate admission
- Hotel accommodations at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown
- Four tickets to the evening Grandstand concert
I look forward to receiving your nominations!

- Gabrielle Gerke, PR intern