To be eligible, nominees must be 18 years of age by January 1, 2023.
We invite nominations of individuals in any location. The awardees will be honored in person at the Fred Rogers Institute in Fall 2023, but ability to attend in person is not a requirement for selection. A travel stiped will be given for the Awardee and one guest.
Please see the information at the top of this webpage for a list of the categories for the Helper Awards. In the nomination form you will be able to select which category best represents your nominee. The categories are intended to be broad and inclusive, so we hope you find the right fit!
Parents, grandparents, and other family caregivers are, of course, often the ultimate “helper” to any child. For the Fred Rogers Institute Helper Awards, we are looking for individuals who “help” children beyond their family.