Nominations are now being taken for this year’s Iowa Character Awards. They honor individuals, businesses, organizations and schools for their roles in making Iowa a better place to live. Amy Smit is spokeswoman for the Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University in Des Moines, which organizes of the annual awards.
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Smit says it’s easy to nominate someone for the recognition.
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The award program was founded in 2005 and has since honored more than a-hundred individuals for showing good character. There are various categories in which to nominate.
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The six pillars of character are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and good citizenship. The entry deadline is May 1st.