INNOVATOR AWARDS
Each year at the Rural Ideas Summit, our marquee annual online convening, we recognize and reward innovation in several categories.
ABOUT THE AWARDS
The Rural Innovator Awards recognize innovative ideas happening in rural communities across 5 core categories: marketing, community events, business strategies, community projects, and a wildcard category.
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WHAT DO YOU WIN?
Not only do finalists & winners receive recognition at the Rural Ideas Summit, the winners in each category also receive a $1,000 cash prize, to help continue their innovative efforts.
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WHO CAN APPLY?
Every Rural Ideas Network Member is welcome to submit an application, including free Rural Enthusiast members and paid Rural Innovator members. Bonus points are awarded to Rural Innovator level members, since they actively power our network.
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HOW TO APPLY
Applications are submitted online and can be entered anytime during the year. Every application is reviewed by a committee and finalists in each category are notified by September 15th. Winners in each award category are announced live at the Rural Ideas Summit.
Only Rural Innovator level members can apply