Leadership Pasadena Friday was accepting nominations for its 2026 Impact Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership has made a significant impact on the greater Pasadena community.
Leadership Pasadena is a nonprofit organization that develops civic leaders through a six-month program focused on leadership development, civic engagement and community service.
The awards, launched in 2025, honor leaders whose efforts have strengthened Pasadena and surrounding communities, according to organizers.
The inaugural awards recognized individuals and organizations that supported Pasadena and Altadena following the Eaton Fire and during a year marked by significant community challenges, organizers said.
Community members may nominate individuals or organizations that have demonstrated leadership by bringing people together, responding to community needs, creating opportunities and inspiring positive change.
The program also includes the Claire and Bill Bogaard Community Leadership Award, recognizing exemplary civic leadership and long-standing community service inspired by the legacy of former Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard and his wife, Claire.
Leadership Pasadena said nominations will be accepted through 5 p.m. Sept. 4. Recipients will be honored at the 2026 Leadership Pasadena Impact Awards luncheon, scheduled for Nov. 5 at The Shakespeare Club in Pasadena.
Nominations may be submitted at leadershippasadena.org/getinvolved.