Honorees are parents who overcame challenges and are role models for their children and community.

In the past 5 years, the N.H. Children's Trust honored 147 parents in partnership with the Governor's office.  Once again, the Governor will join the N.H. Children's Trust to present the Unsung Hero awards. 

 Nominees may be a biological parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, foster or adoptive parent.  Nominations are accepted through January 31, and the nomination form can be found at www.NHChildrensTrust.org/event/unsung-hero-awards.

The selection committee will review nominations searching for evidence that parents demonstrate a strong understanding of the five Protective Factors and are viewed as role models in their families and communities.  Protective factors are the foundation of the nationally promoted Strengthening Families Approach. This research-based, cost-effective strategy is used to increase family strengths, enhance child development and reduce child abuse and neglect.

Each honoree will receive a framed certificate, a photo of their recognition and a gift bag with items donated by local businesses. Event sponsorship opportunities are available.

Click here for the nomination form posted on our website or simply write a letter, due by January 31, stating

1.) Qualities you admire about this person.

2.) Why this person is a role model to their family and others.