Nominate an Outstanding Senior for LifeStream's Golden Hoosier Award during National Volunteer Month

Nominations are now being accepted for the LifeStream Golden Hoosier Award. LifeStream is seeking those special older adults who demonstrate excellence, passion, and commitment to volunteering and helping others in their community.

A committee will choose the top nominees and choose the winner of the LifeStream Golden Hoosier Award. This individual will then be nominated for the state of Indiana's prestigious Golden Hoosier Award.

Nominations are due by April 20, 2026.

Guidelines

1. Nominee must be age 65 years or older on or before January 1, 2026.
2. Must have positively impacted members of a community, civic organization, or faith-based organization through volunteer efforts at least three years after reaching 60 years of age.
3. Nominee must be a resident of Indiana and reside in Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Grant, Henry, Jay, Madison, Randolph, Rush, Union, or Wayne county.
4. Previous recipients of the LifeStream Golden Hoosier Award are not eligible.
5. This form must be completed to qualify the nominee for the award. Additional sheets may be attached if needed. Please limit nominations to 3 per organization.
6. A selection committee representing LifeStream Services will select the top nominees and the LifeStream Golden Hoosier Award recipients.
7. The selection committee will also nominate individuals for special recognition by the Indiana Lieutenant Governor and Indiana Family and Social Services Administration.

Submission deadline for the 2026 Golden Hoosier Award is April 20, 2026.
Form – Golden Hoosier Award nomination – LifeStream Services