WKOW 27: Madison, WI Breaking News, Weather and SportsJefferson Awards

The Jefferson Awards, sometimes called, "The Nobel Peace Prize for Volunteerism" was pioneered over 30 years ago. The Jefferson Awards recognizes dedication and service of volunteers who transform lives and strengthen communities across the United States. WKOW is proud to bring the Jefferson Awards to Wisconsin. If you or someone you know is making a difference in our community and deserves recognition, click here to nominate them by completing this online form. More>>

Our Jefferson Award Winners

Jefferson Award Winner-Michelle Page Alswager Video included

Elishah Oesch introduces us to this month's Jefferson Award Winner, Michelle Page Alswager. More>>

Jefferson Award Winner-Ben Hobbins Video included

This month's Jefferson Award Winner is Ben Hobbins. Elishah Oesch introduces us to the man who's no stranger to starting projects and keeping them going here locally and nationally. More>>

Jefferson Award Winner-Cora White Video included

This month's Jefferson Award Winner is Cora White.  She's the self proclaimed CEO of Mom's and she's taken care of enough kids to earn the title. More>>

Jefferson Award Winner-Amy Chazan

This month's Jefferson Award winner is Amy Chazan. Chazan volunteers her time at Hospice Care in their Cost Cutters Salon. More>>

Someone You Should Know: Eileen Mershart

Eileen Mershart has been serving our community for 13 years at the YWCA.  Elishah Oesch shows us why she's Someone You Should Know.  More>>

Jefferson Award Winner for October-Kohl Boydston

This month's Jefferson Award winner is Kohl Boydston.  Elishah Oesch tells us his story and why he created the volunteer organization "Clean Up Wingra Creek." More>>

Jefferson Award: Wendy Simyab

The Jefferson Award winner for August is Wendy Simyab.  Wendy is the founder and owner of the non profit organization, Kindred Kids, dedicated to helping families with special needs children. More>>

Andy & Jenny Czerkas receive national honors

For the second year in a row, a local WKOW nominee has won national recognition in Washington, D.C. More>>

Jefferson Award: Phyllis Hasbrouck

Phyllis Hasbrouck has a passion for sustainable agriculture. More>>

Jefferson Award: Dr. Doug Dulli

Dr. Doug Dulli volunteers with MEDiC, a student-run, free clinic. More>>

Nomination Information

Criteria and Eligibility

Any nomination should address the nominee's outstanding personal acts, and community impact and helping others. More>>

Selection Process and Awards

A panel of judges will review the nominations and decisions will be made based on information submitted and verified. More>>

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