Foellinger Foundation Announces Leadership Award Nominees

Foellinger Foundation is excited to share that 48 nonprofit leaders have been nominated for the Leadership Awards. These individuals demonstrate exceptional vision, integrity, innovation, and impact—both within their organizations and across Allen County. The recipients of the Nonprofit Board Member Leadership Award, Nonprofit Executive Leadership Award, and the Nonprofit Staff Leadership Award will be announced at Foellinger Foundation’s Annual Meeting on January 22, 2026.

“Foellinger Foundation established the Leadership Awards to recognize outstanding leadership by nonprofit board and staff members whose organizations champion opportunities for Allen County residents,” shared Sarah Strimmenos, President and CEO. Organizations that have received a Foellinger Foundation grant within the last five years were eligible to nominate their leaders.

View the Nominees