Passport to Prosperity

Nominate an Iowan

Iowa International Center invites you to nominate an outstanding individual who came to the U.S. as an immigrant or refugee for recognition as a Passport to Prosperity Honoree.

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Nomination Contact & Narrative

Step 1 of 2 - About the Nominee

About the Nominee
The Iowa International Center invites you to nominate an outstanding immigrant or refugee who has made a significant positive difference to the quality of life in Iowa. We are looking for role models, leaders and neighbors who have made a significant and positive impact on the quality of life in Iowa. Selected Honorees will be recognized during Passport to Prosperity celebrations and have the opportunity to share their lived experiences. We will also select one Emerging Leader between the ages of 17-24 who has demonstrated the hard work and dedication of immigrant and refugee youth as they help their family and community transition to a successful life in Iowa. To qualify for the award, nominees must receive TWO letters of support and must be available to receive the award at the event. Nominations should be submitted by Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Nominee Criteria (ALL must be met)*
- Is an immigrant or refugee to the United States
- Has lived in Iowa for the past five years or more
- Has made a significant social, economic, cultural or educational contribution to their community and/or state
- At least 2 detailed letters of support must accompany the application
Emerging Leader Nominations
- Individual is between the ages of 17-24 years old
(only select this box if nominating an Emerging Leader)
Nominee Name*
First Last
Home Country
Nominee - Business/Organization/Title
Nominee Address
Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
Nominee - Email*
Nominee- Phone*
Is this individual aware they're being nominated?*
- Yes
- No
Letters of Support
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Max. file size: 2 MB, Max. files: 5.
Nominee must receive two formal letters of support in order to qualify as an honoree
Describe the impact your nominee has had their community or the state of Iowa. How has she or he gone “above and beyond” to make a significant contribution?*
How has your nominee exemplified the mission of the Iowa International Center by promoting mutual respect and understanding between Iowans and people from all cultures and countries?*
How did you come to know your nominee?*
When and how did your nominee come to live in Iowa, and did this individual come as a refugee or an immigrant to the United States?*
Please describe your nominee’s other notable achievements, such as leadership roles, honors, awards, publications and/or other types of recognition.*
*Feel free to submit additional supporting documents (news articles, videos, etc) via upload or email pgrote@iowainternationalcenter.org

Information about the Nominator (You)
Your Name*
First Last
Your business/organization/title*
Your Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Your Email*
Your Phone*

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Passport to Prosperity

Nominate an Iowan

Nomination Contact & Narrative

Step 1 of 2 - About the Nominee

About the Nominee

Information about the Nominator (You)

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