The Richland Arts Commission is accepting nominations for two annual awards to recognize local contributions made in support of the arts. This award is intended to distinguish two recipients for their outstanding contribution and support of the arts in Richland, Washington. The awards will be presented to one individual and to one organization (for profit or not-for-profit).

Nominations must be received digitally or postmarked by Friday, January 31, 2020. The Richland Arts Commission will consider submittals at their February 2020 workshop. The award recipients will be presented with an award at a Richland City Council meeting in February - April of 2020, as schedules allow.  

Please note, recipients may not receive this award more than once in a five-year period. Awards may not be presented if suitable nominations are not received.

For further information or inquiries, please contact:
Julie Jackson, Recreation & Facilities Manager
City of Richland
509-942-7501
jjackson@ci.richland.wa.us

Required Document - In addition to the completed form above, the nomination must also include a letter of recommendation.  The letter need be no more than 250 words and must be signed by the nominating individual.  You may submit this letter either digitally or by traditional mail.  If you wish to submit digitally, please follow the instructions under "Attachments" below.  If you wish to submit via traditional mail, please address the letter to: 

Richland Arts Commission
Attention: Julie Jackson
City of Richland
500 Amon Park Drive, MS-13
Richland, WA 99352

Optional Documents - you may submit up to 5 additional supporting documents such as photographs of artwork(s), artist statement, etc to accompany the application and required letter of recomendation.