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Upcoming Dates: The 22nd Annual Calvin Cafritz Awards Gala will take place on June 3rd, 2025!
Important Dates: The deadline for submitting applications is (now) January 31st, 2025.
Important Dates: The deadline for submitting nominations is December 13th, and the deadline for submitting applications is January 10th, 2025.
Information Sessions: There will be an information session to answer your questions about the Cafritz Awards program on December 10 via Zoom – please click here to register: December 10th @ 12pm ET.

Public Service Shines Bright: Cafritz Awards Celebrate Excellence in DC Government

Logo-The Calvin Cafritz Awards for Distinguished DC Government Employees - Blue text on a white backgroundAs members of the DC community, we are fortunate to have countless examples of public servants who work towards the greater good of this unique city. These often unsung heroes uphold the public interest amid competing interests, pressures, and demands. It is time to publicly recognize their efforts!

The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation partners with the George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership  to recognize and reward outstanding performance and exemplary service by DC Government employees. Each year five individual winners receive a $7,500 cash prize and a winning team receives a $15,000 cash prize. For more information on the eligibility requirements and the selection criteria, please see the Individual Awards or the Team Innovation Award pages.