This is it. Begin your nomination for the 2010 Purpose Prize here.

If you have not already done so, please save yourself time by determining whether you or the person you wish to nominate is a good candidate for The Purpose Prize. Read both the eligibility and selection criteria and the frequently asked questions.

Whether you are applying for The Purpose Prize yourself or nominating someone, you will need to know the following:

• The candidate's birthdate
• The candidate's area of interest
• The candidate's complete e-mail, phone, and contact information

You will be asked to write, in 250-500 words, the inspiring story of the nominee's work. You will also be asked to cover in shorter responses:

• The circumstance and exactly when the candidate's important work began
• The impact the candidate's work is currently having
• The candidate's plans for the future

Nominees will be informed in April 2010 if they have been selected as semifinalists for The Purpose Prize. At that point, they will have the opportunity to provide longer responses, additional information, and references.

All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. ET, March 5, 2010.

Getting Started

To begin, provide the nominee's name and email address so that we can check to ensure he or she has not already been nominated.

If you are applying on your own, enter your own information here.

First Name
Last Name
Zip Code
Email
Email (CONFIRM)
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	This person named above is me. I am applying for The Purpose Prize. I'm aware of my tax responsibilities.
	This person named above is a friend or colleague whom I am nominating for The Purpose Prize. My Email

 

For your convenience, you may view a PDF version or a Microsoft Word version of The Purpose Prize application. Use this document only for the purposes of reviewing the application prior to submitting your responses. All information must be entered online via the form above and submitted by March 5, 2010.