About the Leadership Awards

The Prebys Leadership Awards celebrate five individuals in San Diego County who are creating meaningful impact in the fields of:

• Health and well-being
• Medical research
• Youth success
• Arts and culture

Each of the five recipients will receive a $100,000 award to accelerate their work and will be celebrated publicly for their leadership and impact.

Click Here to Submit a Nomination

Eligibility

The Prebys Leadership Awards recognize leaders with a track record of promoting well-being in San Diego County. 

Nominees may work in any sector (nonprofit, public or private) but must: 

• Be individuals (not an organization, group or pair of leaders) 
• Be living
• Lead work in San Diego County 
• Share the Prebys Foundation’s commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and dynamic future for all San Diegans 
• Work in one of the following fields: Arts and Culture, Health and Well-being, Medical Research, or Youth Success. 
• Plan to remain in their current role and/​or field, serving San Diego County, for at least the next three years 

Nominators are strongly encouraged to review the selection criteria and the nominations questions carefully before nominating. 

Criteria

The Prebys Leadership Awards aim to recognize both the leader and their work. The following criteria are used to evaluate both elements within a nomination. 

About the Leader 

• Vision: The leader has a clear vision and actively advances it to improve the well-being of San Diegans. 
• Courage: The leader demonstrates boldness and commitment to overcoming obstacles. 
• Inspiration: The leader inspires others and creates pathways to take action.
• Belonging: The leader helps people feel like they belong and can shape their own futures.  

About the Leader’s Work 

• Impact: The leader and their work have improved the well-being of San Diegans. 
• Timing: The leader’s work is highly relevant and will be for years to come.