10 people will be awarded for stepping up in 2020 to help our community.

2020 has been a year we can't wait to forget. But first, we will celebrate the people in our community who stepped up to help. We have received 20+ nominations from our community, with heartwarming stories of how personal sacrifice has contributed to a stronger resilient community. Our co-hosts will select 10 of the brightest stars. Nominations end at noon PT Monday November 16, 2020. NOMINATE

You don't want to miss this event!

This event is co-hosted by:

• Lookout Local: a modern local news source.

• MBEP: a regional organization focused on key policies and growth.

• Santa Cruz Local: sign up free to get local news in your inbox twice a week.

• Santa Cruz Small Business Development Center: resources for small businesses

• Santa Cruz Councilwoman Donna Meyers

• Isabel Bjork: ED of UCSC Genomics Institute

• Jacob Martinez: ED of Digital NEST