2026 Veteran of the Year Nomination Form

Nomination Window: April 27 to June 1

Ralston's Veteran of the Year will be announced the week of June 22

About

The Ralston Economic Development Corporation (REDC) is now accepting nominations for Veteran of the Year, an award recognizing an outstanding individual who has honorably served in the United States military and continues to make a positive impact in their community.

Nominees may have served in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Space Force—and during any period of service, past or present. Nominees may be currently serving, retired, or MIA/POW. We also welcome posthumous nominations.

This award honors veterans whose service, leadership, dedication, and contributions—whether through continued service through public service, volunteerism, professional achievement, personal support of others, or community involvement—reflect the values and sacrifice of our nation’s military.

We encourage community members, organizations, and fellow veterans to submit nominations for individuals who exemplify these qualities and deserve recognition.

The Veteran of the Year will be featured in local media/social media and be included in the Independence Day Parade Festivities.

Help us recognize and celebrate a veteran whose service and commitment have made a lasting difference.

Eligibility

In addition to having honorably served in the military, the nominee must:

Presently reside in Ralston OR was a Ralston resident for the majority of his or her life.
Demonstrates/demonstrated service, honor, and integrity in personal life and in service to the community.

How to Nominate:

Fill out the following form.

An individual is welcome to submit nominations for multiple veterans, however, only one submission is needed per nominated veteran.

If you prefer to submit a physical nomination, rather than online, please stop by City Hall or call REDC at (402) 953-9173.

Veteran of the Year Nomination Form

Name of Individual Nominating a Veteran.

Please note you may nominate more than one veteran. Each nomination needs a separate entry. Additional nominations for the same veteran are not necessary.

Your Email

Your Phone Number

Name of Nominee

Does this nominee know he or she is being nominated?

Yes

Nominee's Phone Number

Nominee's address (if you do not know, include City and State).

If Nominee does not currently reside in Ralston, include estimated years of residence and estimated age. Write NA if Ralston resident.

Ex: 79 years old, lived in Ralston until age 75. Or 85 years old, lived in Ralston from 1960-2020.

Branch of Service

Years of Service

Service status (active duty, reserve, retired, veteran)

Rank at Discharge or Current Rank

Information about the nominee's time in the service. This may include his/her military occupation, theater or era of service, military awards or honors, and anything else that may be relevant.

Discuss the ways in which this individual has demonstrated service, honor, and integrity in his or her personal life and towards the community.

Please upload any information that may be relevant. This may be a photo, prior news release of community service, or another letter of support for the nominee. You may also drop off any information off at City Hall - Attention REDC Veteran of the Year.

Is there any other information you would like to provide?

Ralston Economic Development Corporation

Creating Economic Opportunities

2026 Veteran of the Year Nomination Form

Ralston Economic Development Corporation (REDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the Ralston community by supporting local businesses and fostering sustainable economic growth.