Jerry Costello Director of Illinois Department Of Agriculture | Official Website
Jerry Costello Director of Illinois Department Of Agriculture | Official Website
SPRINGFIELD, IL - The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is seeking 10 individuals to spotlight each day of the Illinois State Fair. The program aims to honor those who exemplify qualities such as integrity, dependability, a sense of community, and strong ethics.
"Illinoisan of the Day" nominees should be involved in service activities, educational projects, or youth programs and have an affiliation with state and/or county fairs in Illinois. Nominees must demonstrate their Illinois spirit through continued volunteerism and community service.
All nominees must be residents of Illinois, be 25 years of age or older, and have performed service at a state and/or county fair in Illinois. Winners will receive honors on their special day during this year's Illinois State Fair, which takes place from August 8 to August 18.
Nomination forms can be obtained by visiting the museum foundation website at www.illinoisstatefairmuseum.org. The deadline for nominations is July 20. Winners will be contacted by phone and announced thereafter.
The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization created on October 11, 2006. The Foundation is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage, traditions, and legacy of the Illinois State Fair for future generations.
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