The Nebraska Association of County Extension Boards (NACEB) encourages you to nominate individuals who have contributed to Nebraska Extension’s mission for a NACEB award! Consider recognizing individuals who are strong Extension contributors, supporters, and advocates in one or more of the following award categories. The nomination process is quick and easy! NACEB will recognize award winners at its Annual Legislative Conference on February 10, 2026, in Lincoln.

NACEB Aware Categories:

1. Outstanding Volunteer

2. Outstanding Advocate

3. Outstanding Support Staff

4. Outstanding Business/Businessperson

5. Friend of Extension (Usually an elected official, but not required)

See the following links for further details:

2025 NACEB Awards: https://go.unl.edu/2025naceb-awards-applications

2025 NACEB ‘Friend of Extension’ Award: https://go.unl.edu/2025naceb-friendofextension-award

NOTE: Consider decision-makers (county commissioners, state senators, etc.) who have been great Extension supporters for this recognition.

Nominations are due December 1.

Past winners are listed at: https://www.naceb.org/Awards