Now accepting nominations…
The Children’s Home Society is pleased to announce the nomination process for 8th Annual Nancy Stewart Tonkin Award is official underway. One or more award winners will be selected annually and presented with a cash award of up to $1000 at the Children’s Home Society Annual Meeting in November of each year.
Nominations can be made by individuals or groups. Past nominations can be updated and submitted. Anyone who meets the criteria is eligible and can be nominated. More than one nomination for any individual can occur. The deadline for nominations is September 8th.
About the Honoree
Nancy Stuart Tonkin exemplified advocacy in her work with Children’s Home Society and others. Nancy was successful in all her roles at Children’s Home Society. She was an employee and used research to improve casework protocols. She was a Board Member, Board Chairperson, and Board Member Emeritus. Nancy was an effective recruiter of board members, supporters and volunteers. She was tireless in communicating the mission of CHS to the community and interpreting the community’s reaction. Nancy Chaired the Board of Directors during the 100-anniversary year. Nancy was responsible for linking Children’s Home Society with OMEGA and other organizations which resulted in millions of dollars of support for programs. Nancy lobbied for Children’s Home Society and other child welfare agencies and was successful in improving foster care payments allowing the Society to significantly expand their foster care program. She was trusted and effective advisor to the Children’s Home Society in all public policy matters. She was a strong advocate for permanency, child well-being and family support services.
The winner(s) will be announced at the Children’s Home Society Annual Dinner on November 13th.
To submit a nomination, please click the link below to compete the form:
2025 Nancy Tonkin Nomination Form