Each year, Doyon recognizes our family, friends, and neighbors who selflessly give to their community and culture. The categories rotate each year. The awards that will be presented at the 2027 Annual Meeting are:
Hannah Paul Solomon Elder of the Year Award recognizes an Elder aged 55 or older who has demonstrated significant devotion toward improving Alaska Native lives. Hannah dedicated most of her life to teaching younger generations the traditional ways of life. This award is given in odd years.
Poldine Carlo Citizen of the Year Award recognizes a person who has demonstrated leadership, strong commitment, competence, and sensitivity in the educational and cultural survival of Alaska Natives. Recipients may be chosen for contributions in the fields of health or education, maintenance of a traditional lifestyle, or for the example they set as parents. This award is named in honor of the late Poldine Carlo, of Nulato, devoted her life to advocating and making a difference for Alaska Native people across the state. Carlo was a founding member of the Fairbanks Native Association, and well as a consultant for the Tanana Chiefs Conference. She generously shared her traditional knowledge and wisdom, and was a mentor to young leaders to ensure the Native culture remained strong for future generations. This award is given every year.
Daaga’ Community Service Award recognizes an individual or community that shows a significant commitment, competence, and sensitivity in helping others to make their community a healthier and safer place to live, and whose accomplishments directly affected Alaska Native lives in countless ways. This award is given in odd years.
Nominations must be received by Friday, October 23, at 5 p.m. AKDT by submitting shareholder information here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/DoyonLimited/ShareholderOfTheYearNominationApplication
For more information, contact the Doyon Shareholder Outreach Department at 907-459-2010 or
outreach@doyon.com
