Nominate an Everyday Hero
Everyday Heroes are people or organizations who:
- Make our community stronger and improve our collective quality of life
- Bring innovative ways of thinking and taking action to their work
- Focus on the Pacific Northwest
- Everyone is invited to nominate an Everyday Hero during the annual spring nomination period
The nomination period for 2023 is now open through June 15, 2023. Begin the nomination process for your Everyday Hero candidate.
A selection committee including community members, MOHAI staff and members of the MOHAI Board of Trustees reviews and selects the award winner.
Everyday Heroes receive a special honorarium and recognition at the annual MOHAI History Makers Gala.
2022 Everyday Heroes
Alimentando al Pueblo
The only Latinx food bank in the country, Alimentando al Pueblo shares music, community and joy along with culturally relevant food.
Video Credit: Mighty Media Studios
JM Wong
JM Wong has been a long-time advocate, and change-maker. They are dedicated to liberation movements , particularly in creating cultures of learning, compassion, and healing within Seattle’s Asian American community. Through their work with the Massage Parlor Outreach Project, JM has created spaces for cross-community care and international solidarity.
Video Credit: Mighty Media Studios