Jan Nona Environmental Stewardship Award

The Jan Nona Environmental Stewardship Award, administered by the Unity Foundation of La Porte County, recognizes individuals who have actively worked to protect the environment. To qualify, candidates must reside in either La Porte County or Porter County, Indiana. This program is designed for local residents who have transitioned from ordinary citizens into dedicated environmental activists. Because this is a nomination-based award rather than a traditional academic scholarship, it operates independently of the FAFSA or state financial aid applications. Candidates can be nominated by community members, educators, family members, other interested parties, or they may choose to nominate themselves. The award focuses on environmental stewardship and activism rather than financial need or standard academic enrollment. The nomination period for this program is open from January 1 – June 30, 2027. Interested nominators must submit their materials directly through the provider's separate application process during this designated timeframe.