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Award Categories 2

🏆 Yellow Jackets Legacy Award

Honoring those who carry the Olive Hill School spirit across generations. This award recognizes individuals whose leadership bridges past and present — preserving the pride, mentorship, and excellence that defined Olive Hill’s historic Yellow Jackets.

The Olive Hill Yellow Jackets represented grades 1–12 until 1958, symbolizing pride, perseverance, and community spirit.

Dec 1, 2025

Inter-generational Award

Trailblazers bridging generations with mentorship

Community Recognition Nomination Form

Award Category
Community Legacy Award - For individuals demonstrating lifetime service in advancing housing and economic justice.
Yellow Jackets Legacy Award Honoring those who carry the Olive Hill School spirit across generations. This award recognizes individuals whose leadership bridges past and present — preserving the pride, mentorship, and excellence that defined Olive Hill’s historic Yellow Jackets. Yellow Jackets represented grades 1–12 until 1958, 9-12 to 1965 symbolizing pride, perseverance, and community spirit
Faith in Action Award - For faith-based leaders or institutions creating community impact.
Empowerment Partner of the Year - For a partner organization supporting housing, financial literacy, or entrepreneurship.
Cultural Impact Recognition - For artists, musicians, or cultural leaders preserving and advancing Black cultural excellence.
Inter-generational Award - Trailblazers bridging generations with mentorship

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Submission Deadline

Please submit your completed form by November 10th, 2025.

For questions, contact:

Charlita Lytle, Project Director at soubletcideas@aol.com

or 828-475-4620

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“Olive Hill CEDC equips families, strengthens small businesses, and sparks innovation in housing and economic mobility.”

Address

200 South College St. Suite A, Morganton, NC 28655

Mailing Address

PO Box 4008

Morganton, NC  28680

Phone

828-475-4620

828-522-4070

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