General George C. Marshall's leadership legacy has shaped and inspired generations of leaders in Clark County since his time as commander of the Vancouver Barracks from 1936 to 1938. The Marshall Leadership Awards honor and uplift emerging local leaders who embody General Marshall's values of integrity, candor, courage, and preparedness in their commitment to serving the greater good. The Historic Trust is pleased to continue this decades-long tradition of recognizing and celebrating young people who are actively creating community impact through strength of character and commitment to public service.
Nominations are sought for two awards: the Marshall Public Leadership Award is for adults up to age 35, and the Marshall Youth Leadership Award is for high school seniors.
Candidates must be nominated by December 2, 2024 to be considered. Nominations are accepted online at www.thehistorictrust.org/marshall-awards. If you need assistance or an alternative form for nomination, please contact The Historic Trust at 360.992.1800 or info@thehistorictrust.org.
Public (adult) Award Nomination Qualifications:
-35 years of age or younger
-Clark County resident
-Demonstrates leadership ability and a commitment to serving a greater good
Public Award recipient will receive:
-$4,000 award for continuing education or professional development of awardee’s choice
-Opportunities to develop professional relationships with community leaders
-Public visibility for the award recipient’s employer or nominating organization
Youth Award Nomination Qualifications:
-High school senior
-Clark County resident
-Demonstrates leadership ability and a commitment to serving a greater good
-Serves as a role model, motivating others to become involved
Please note, there is no minimum GPA requirement as it is not a factor in the evaluation process.
Youth Award recipient will receive:
-$4,000 Aléna K. Jarvis Memorial Scholarship
-Opportunities to develop professional relationships with community leaders
-Public visibility for the award recipient and their nominating school or organization
Five youth finalists will receive a $1,000 scholarship provided by the Klinge-Meyer Family Fund of the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington.
All nominees will have the opportunity to participate in a free, invitation-only Marshall Leadership Workshop in January, 2025. Finalists and award recipients will be honored at the Marshall Awards Ceremony on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
About The Historic Trust:
The Historic Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a vibrant community that preserves and celebrates its rich history while shaping its legacy for the future. The mission of the Trust is to inspire civic pride and economic vitality through education, preservation, and celebration of our community's history. For more information, visit thehistorictrust.org.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
Davidson & Associates Insurance
Dr. Roger & Katie Jarvis
Klinge/Meyer Family Fund of the Community Foundation for SW Washington
Waste Connections
WORKSHOP SPONSOR: Johnson Bixby
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: City of Vancouver, WA