Community Recognition Awards

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Every year, the Disability Advisory Board (DAB) recognizes individuals, businesses and agencies in our community who work to enrich the lives of people with disabilities. There is no Fort Collins residency requirement, but recognized work must have been done within Fort Collins.

Individuals selected to receive an award will be recognized by the City of Fort Collins at a formal ceremony. This year, the ceremony is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 19, 5-7:30 p.m. at The Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia St. 

Nominations open through August 28, 2026

Nomination Categories

Educator/Community Trainer: A person or organization focused on educating individuals with disabilities, who work with individuals with disabilities to provide training, and/or a person or organization that provides training to the community regarding how to hire, support, recognize and include individuals with disabilities.

Organization/Team Award (for profit or nonprofit): An organization or team that creates a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals with disabilities can flourish. An organization or team that consistently works toward creating cohesiveness while considering the needs and wants of individuals with disabilities along with all community members. An organization or team which supports and fosters ADA law and accessibility for all.

Dorothy Lasley Memorial Award (Individual): Recognizes a person with a disability who is an active voice in the community, championing the rights of all people with disabilities. This award is in honor of Ms. Lasley, who worked tirelessly throughout her lifetime toward removing both architectural and attitudinal barriers for citizens with disabilities. Any person, business, or agency is eligible for consideration. 

 

Criteria for Nominees

Criteria for Nominees Include (but are not limited to):

  • Advocates for people with disabilities in our community.
  • Advances the use of section 504 of the rehabilitation act of 1973, 1990 Americans with disabilities act, and/or fair housing act and any other legislation.
  • Promotes the education of Fort Collins community members regarding issues affecting individuals with disabilities.  Demonstrates excellence in advancing accessibility of services for individuals with disabilities. 

Questions?

If you have questions about the awards or nomination process, please contact DAB@FortCollins.gov