Candidate Nomination Process

We encourage the general public to submit the names and details of their nominees -- individuals or organizations -- who have made a significant contribution to improve lives in African communities.  Please submit this information via the form at the bottom of this page. Submissions for nominees are open for an entire calendar year (i.e. submissions for ACSA 2026 are open from 12:00am on January 1st, 2025 to 11:59pm on December 31st, 2025). 

All nominees will be emailed a request to submit supporting materials of their community service work. 

Selections are based on a holistic review of each individual's/organization's community service efforts. Only the nominees that are selected become award recipients and will be notified. If the current year has an exceptionally competitive pool, some nominees may be deferred to next year's list to maintain balance and ensure they receive the proper attention. 

The entirety of the process will take several months.