MNWT Person with Determination Nomintation
Nominee must be 18 years of age or older. The nomination form must be submitted by November 1 for each nominee along with a $25 nomination fee each.

NOTE: this form requires two (2) signatures: one from the Nominee, and one from the Nominator. A third signature is required if the nominee is under adult supervision. Be sure to have all signatory representatives present when completing this form. Signatures can be done by your mouse, or your finger on a writable screen.

Use the File Upload field found at the bottom to include the required attachments.

Responses to the online form will be viewed by the MNWT Winter State Awards Chair by due date. Upon completion of the form, click Submit; you will receive a confirmation screen if your form has been successfully submitted. (rev 2020)

  • Nominator Information

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  • Nominee Information

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    By signing your name, you attest that all facts contained in this form and the resume are true and therefore give my permission for these facts to
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    By signing your name, you attest that all facts contained in this form and the resume are true and therefore give my permission for these facts to
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  • Nomination Requirements

    • Submission deadline is November 1.

    • A complete submission includes: Nomination Information Sheet, Person with Determination Entry Resume, four (4) letters of recommendation (described below), and a $25 nomination fee.

    • Follow the Entry Resume format shown below or standard outline format. Entry Resumes must be typed. Times New Roman type (10 point) or Calibri type (10 point) are the smallest font size allowed. Keep the entry neat and readable, using appropriate grammar and spelling and writing in complete sentences.

    • Type “Person with Determination Entry Resume” top of the first page. Type the nominee’s name directly under this heading on the first page and at the top of each consecutive page of the resume. Entry Resume should be written in the third person format (he/she).

    • Use outline format for the Entry Resume. Type the Roman numeral and entry heading as shown below (you do not need to type the words in parentheses). Then type your response in outline format.

    • Entry Resume is not to exceed four (4) pages. Number pages in the lower right corner. Reduced copies are not allowed. Other materials such as pictures, newspaper articles, etc. are not to be included.

    • Be specific and complete, using details. Emphasize personal initiative shown by the nominee rather than just general involvement. Be specific on new ideas and programs the nominee has promoted and started.

  • Entry Resume Format

    Person with Determination Award Entry Resume
    [Nominee’s Name]

    I. Personal Data
    (Give a brief summary of the personal data of the nominee-age, parents, siblings and other pertinent information. This should also contain a brief description of the nominee’s obstacles and experiences they have overcome.)

    II. Overcoming Obstacles or Barriers
    (Give a description of the nominee’s experiences, education, any special efforts made, programs participated in to make the nominee a full and effective participant of the community on an equal basis with others.)

    III. Contribution to Community and Family
    (Tell how the nominee is or has been involved in the community, church, organizations, volunteerism, employment and family.)

    IV. Accomplishments
    (List any important achievements the nominee has received or accomplished. This could also include verbal recognition.)

    V. Nominee Letter
    (Written by the nominee and/or guardian. How have you shown determination in overcoming obstacles and what are some future goals you have set?)

    Mandatory Requirement: three (3) additional letters: one (1) from the chapter, and two (2) letters of support from outside the chapter.