About the Award
Every community is made stronger by ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Every day, individuals across Emery County quietly lend a helping hand, encourage a neighbor, mentor a young person, volunteer their time, or simply show up for others. They don't seek recognition—they simply care.
The Spirit of Service Award, presented quarterly by the 1Direction Prevention Coalition and recognized by the Emery County Commission, was created to celebrate these everyday heroes.
Unlike many awards that recognize accomplishments tied to a profession, title, or public role, the Spirit of Service Award honors individuals whose quiet acts of kindness, compassion, service, and encouragement make a lasting difference in the lives of others. Whether they are supporting youth, strengthening families, helping a neighbor, volunteering behind the scenes, or bringing people together, these individuals help create a stronger community through their everyday actions.
The 1Direction Prevention Coalition believes that prevention begins long before a crisis. Prevention starts with caring adults, connected families, supportive relationships, and communities where everyone feels valued and connected. These protective factors help children, youth, and families thrive and reflect our vision of creating a nurturing community that empowers families, children, and youth through education, connection, and inspiring positive
"The Spirit of Service Looks Like..."
The Spirit of Service Award recognizes individuals whose everyday actions strengthen the fabric of our community. It celebrates people who may never seek recognition but whose kindness, compassion, and commitment make Emery County a better place for everyone.
The Spirit of Service may be demonstrated by:
✓Strengthening families
✓Building meaningful connections
✓Helping youth feel valued and supported
✓Creating a sense of belonging
✓Encouraging healthy choices and positive behaviors
✓Inspiring hope through kindness and encouragement
✓Serving others with compassion and generosity
✓Bringing people together to support one another
✓Making Emery County a healthier, stronger, and more connected community through everyday acts of service
Whether through mentoring, volunteering, supporting a neighbor, offering encouragement, sharing their talents, or simply showing up for others, every act of service matters.
Who Comes to Mind?
Maybe it's the neighbor who is always there to lend a hand. The volunteer who quietly gives their time without expecting recognition. The mentor who encourages young people to believe in themselves. The coworker who makes everyone feel welcome. The friend who consistently puts others first. Or the community member whose kindness has made a lasting difference.
If someone came to mind while reading this page, they may be exactly who this award was created to recognize.
Nominate Someone Today
Help us celebrate the everyday people whose compassion, service, and commitment make Emery County a healthier, stronger, and more connected community.
Click the button below to submit your nomination.
Nominations are accepted year-round. Recipients are selected quarterly by the 1Direction Prevention Coalition and formally recognized by the Emery County Commission at a regularly scheduled meeting.
2026 Award Presentation
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October
2027 and Beyond
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April
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July
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October
Thank you for helping us recognize the everyday people who make Emery County stronger.