Hearing Hear-O Award Program
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Hearing Hear-O Award Program
Funder: The Children's Hearing Institute (CHI)
Overview: Recognition award program that honors exceptional individuals who demonstrate perseverance and commitment to supporting deaf and hard of hearing children.
- Persevering Student: Identifies outstanding student accomplishments
- Exemplary Professional: Recognizes exceptional professionals in the field
- Exceptional Relative/Friend: Honors family members and friends who go above and beyond
Award Categories
- Hear-O Medal: Presented to award winners
- Certificate: Recognition certificate
- Award Ceremony: Small formal presentation ceremony
- Recognition: Story featured in CHI publications and social media outlets
Award Components
- Open nominations from schools, clinics, and programs
- Anyone can nominate individuals working in support of deaf and hard of hearing children
Eligibility
- New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut (tri-state area)
Geographic Scope
- Recognize exceptional "Hear-Os" in the community
- Promote amazing work being done by award recipient's clinic and/or school program
- Celebrate those who support deaf and hard of hearing children
Purpose
- Phone: 212-257-6138
- Address: 575 8th Avenue, Suite 1201, New York, NY 10018
- Email: mwillis@childrenshearing.org
Contact Information
- Elisaul Then Lugo
- George Alexiades, MD
Past Winners
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Download Nomination Materials
- Download the Flyer & Nomination Form from the CHI website
2. Complete Nomination Form
- Provide nominee information
- Describe why the individual deserves recognition
- Explain how they support deaf and hard of hearing children
3. Submit Nomination
- Follow instructions on the nomination form for submission
- Nominations can be made for students, professionals, relatives, or friends
4. Award Selection
- CHI reviews nominations
- Award winners are selected annually
- Winners are notified and invited to award ceremony
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