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Meet the 2025 Award recipients

The James Irvine Foundation Leadership Awards recognize leaders whose innovative solutions to critical state challenges improve people’s lives, create opportunity, and contribute to a better California.

The Foundation spotlights these leaders, helps share their approaches with policymakers and peers, and provides each of their organizations with a grant of $350,000 and additional resources.

Nominations are now open!

Nominations are now easier than ever. Submit your nomination by March 12.

2025 Award Recipients

The 2025 Award recipients are tackling critical issues such as Indigenous science and food sovereignty, Latina civic leadership, environmental justice, Black maternal health, equity in library services, and representation in entertainment.

Seven Trailblazing Leaders Honored for Effective Solutions to California’s Most Pressing Challenges

The James Irvine Foundation Unveils 2025 Leadership Award Recipients SAN FRANCISCO (February 10, 2024) — The James Irvine Foundation today...

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