Do you know someone who works in Edmonds and is an exemplary citizen, making valuable contributions to their work, home, and community?

The Rotary Club of Edmonds seeks to recognize such outstanding employees through the Rick Steves Service Above Self Award, an annual award dedicated to those who make Edmonds a great place to work and live.

Rick StevesThe inspiration for this award is Rick Steves, who models Rotary values through exemplary citizenship in his personal, business, community, and global service to others.

As Rick says, “This Award is not for the employee who works the hardest. It is for recognizing an employee whose commitment to your company and our community – whose mix of service and citizenship – can inspire us all to remember that the integrity we bring to our work and our community is the foundation upon which we build a great place to call home – a place like Edmonds.”

“I’m really excited to have my name on an award that recognizes someone who both works hard for their employer and also uses their passion, talents and care to the betterment of the community,”

Rick Steves

Nomination will open February 15th until April 3rd

Nominations for the 2025 Rick Steve’s Service Above Self Award are now open.

Nominations are open until 11:59 pm on April 3

Nominate an Edmonds employee for this Award using the form below.

Nominations are open for anyone who works for a business or organization located within Edmonds city limits.

Nomination FORM

Nominations Continue for the 2025 Rick Steves Service Above Self Award

By Saturday, February 15, 2025

The Rotary Club of Edmonds is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Rick Steves Service Above Self Award! This annual award recognizes outstanding individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to service, both professionally and within our community.
 

Inspired by Rick Steves, who embodies Rotary's values of exceptional citizenship, the award celebrates those whose actions inspire us all. Rick's dedication to service–through his personal, business, community, and global contributions-has set the standard for what it means to be a community leader. 

Tana Axtell, the Manager of Harbor Square Athletic Club, was the recipient of the 2024 Rick Steves Service Above Self Award for her professional and community contributions. With 25 years at the Athletic Club, Tana has impacted Edmonds through her work with underprivileged children, senior populations, and health awareness. She's also a passionate advocate for common-sense gun laws, affordable housing, and animal welfare, including rescue efforts for animals affected by the Ukraine crisis. 
 
The 2025 Rick Steves Service Above Self Award is open to all Edmonds residents who go above and beyond in their work and community involvement. Whether it's advocating for causes, leading initiatives, or volunteering their time and talents, we are looking to recognize those who have made a lasting positive impact on Edmonds. 

How to Nominate:
 We encourage you to nominate someone who exemplifies the spirit of service. Nominations are open from February 15 to April 3rd, 2025, and can be submitted in the form click here. 

The award ceremony will occur at the Rotary meeting/luncheon at Claire's Restaurant on April 15, 2025. The winner will receive $250 in cash, an engraved award, and the community's gratitude for their outstanding service. 

If you know someone whose actions have made Edmonds a better place, we encourage you to submit a nomination. 

Let's celebrate those who are truly making a difference!