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City of Fort Pierce Calls for Youth Award Nominations

Nominate a special middle or high school student by March 31, 2025

By City of Fort Pierce January 22, 2025

Are you inspired by a middle or high school student who has achieved something extraordinary, excelled in academics or athletics, or overcome personal challenges to create positive change in their life or for those around them? The Mayor and Commissioners want to hear from you!

The City Commission is now accepting nominations for the inaugural City of Fort Pierce Youth Award Recognition Program. The deadline to submit nominations is March 31, 2025.

This award program aims to celebrate the talents, achievements, and positive contributions of our youth in improving Fort Pierce. Twice a year, citizens, business owners, and social and civic leaders will have the opportunity to recognize and support outstanding young individuals in our community. To nominate a deserving student, please complete the online nomination form.

Eligibility Requirements

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

  • Reside in the City of Fort Pierce.
  • Provide proof of address.
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
  • Be enrolled in middle or high school.
  • Exhibit good character.

Award Categories

Youth can be nominated in one of six categories:

  1. Innovator Award
  2. Beyond the View Award
  3. Humanitarian Award
  4. Visionary Award
  5. Role Model Award
  6. Student-Athlete Award

Award recipients will be announced in June 2025.

For more information, please visit the city’s website at Youth Council | Fort Pierce, FL - Official Website to learn more about the Youth Award Recognition Program.

If you have any questions, please contact Audria V. Moore at 772.467.3184 or amoore@cityoffortpierce.com.