The Iosco County Community Foundation (ICCF) Citizen of the Year and the Junior Citizen of the Year program is meant to honor individuals who make a difference in our communities through charitable activities, including volunteering; giving of their time, resources, and skills for the betterment of the community; fundraising leadership; or personal financial contributions (if applicable). The Junior Citizen of the Year Award was created to recognize a young person in our community doing great things in service and dedication to others in Iosco County. Nominations are accepted from the public. Nominations for the 2026 Citizen of the Year are now open and are due March 1, 2026.
Citizen of the Year Nomination Guidelines
Qualifications
Nominee must be an Iosco County resident with a continuing history of volunteer work and contributions that advance the quality of life for the people of Iosco County through:
- Community leadership
- Financial commitment/charitable contributions to local organization(s)
- Advocacy for local cause(s)
- Board service in the non-profit sector
Eligibility
Nominee must donate time and resources to non-profit(s) in Iosco County. Current ICCF board members and members of their immediate family, as well as Community Foundation staff are ineligible for nomination.
*Note – this award may be awarded posthumously. If this is the case, the nominee’s death must have occurred during the current calendar year.
Selection and Recognition
The Iosco County Community Foundation (ICCF) Board will review all nominations and select the award winner. The nominators will be notified of the status of their nomination by April 15. The recipient will be honored with the award at a special event in May 2026.
To nominate:
- Complete the Nomination Form and answer the questions provided. If you need additional space to provide your answers, please attach additional pages (no more than three).
All nominations are due by March 1, 2026.
Junior Citizen of the Year Nomination Instructions
Qualifications
Nominee must be
- an Iosco County resident
- age 18 or under
- a member of the youth community who gives of their time, talent and/or personal resources to encourage an environment of giving and service in their community
- Nominator must have permission from parents/guardians to be nominated if under the age of 18
Eligibility
Nominee must be someone who provides a significant amount of support in any form to non-profit(s) in Iosco County. Because this award focuses on youth, financial charitable contributions are not a required qualification. Emphasis is on community service and volunteerism. (Past nominees who have not received the award ARE eligible for re-nomination for the award.)
Selection and Recognition
The Iosco County Community Foundation (ICCF) Board will review all nominations and select the award winner. The nominators will be notified of the status of their nomination by April 15. The recipient will be honored with the award at an event in May in conjunction with the Citizen of the Year.
To nominate:
- Complete the Nomination Form and answer the questions provided. If you need additional space to provide your answers, please attach additional pages (no more than three).
All nominations are due by March 1, 2026.
ICCF Names 2025 Citizen and Junior Citizen of the Year
The Iosco County Community Foundation (ICCF) Citizen of the Year and the Junior Citizen of the Year program is meant to honor individuals who make a difference in our communities through charitable activities, including volunteering; giving of their time, resources, and skills for the betterment of the community; fundraising leadership; or personal financial contributions (if applicable). The Junior Citizen of the Year Award was created to recognize a young person in our community doing great things in service and dedication to others in Iosco County. Nominations are accepted from the public. Nominations for the 2026 awards will be open in November 2025.
East Tawas, Mich. - The Iosco County Community Foundation (ICCF) has named Nina O’Loughlin, of East Tawas, as the 2025 Iosco County Citizen of the Year. Hannah Moore, of Oscoda, was named 2025 Junior Citizen of the Year. The Citizen of the Year award was created by ICCF to honor adults and youth in Iosco County who go above and beyond by giving of their time, talent and resources to help their community.
Nina O’Loughlin (left) - a remarkable force within the Iosco County community – is known for her unwavering dedication, leadership, and generosity. As a key member of the Iosco County Quota Club Board and chair of its fundraising committee, she has significantly expanded the organization's reach and financial stability, including through the Club’s popular Trivia Night. She was also instrumental in the creation of the new 50+ Who Care program, bringing in substantial community support. Beyond fundraising, she actively organizes and participates in numerous events, from parades to musical park installations, often going the extra mile—literally dressing as a hot dog for the annual sale! She even opens her home to host gatherings for the group.
Nina’s impact extends far beyond the Quota Club. She is a member of Tawas Rotary, leading fundraising events, coordinating scholarships, and organizing community initiatives like Earth Day cleanups. She is also involved through volunteerism and charitable contributions with the Wellness Warriors Community Collective, the Tawas Chamber of Commerce, local festivals, and the local hospital. Despite working 55- to 60-hour weeks, Nina consistently gives her time, resources, and energy to causes she believes in—all while maintaining a strong commitment to her family. She was nominated for the Citizen of the Year award by fellow members of the Iosco County Quota Club.
Hannah Moore (right( was nominated for the Junior Citizen of the Year award by three individuals who witness her leadership, service, and academic excellence at work every day. Her nominators note that her hard work and dedication helps her lead with integrity in all aspects of her community involvement. A senior at Oscoda High School, she will graduate as valedictorian, having maintained a 4.0 grade point average while completing a full schedule of college courses. This spring she will earn both her high school diploma and an associate’s degree from Alpena Community College.
Hannah serves as the student representative on the Oscoda Area Schools Board of Education, making sure the voices of the student population are heard and serving as a liaison between adults and her fellow students. She is the vice president of the National Honor Society at Oscoda High School, where she helps to lead local blood drives. She was chosen by her teammates to captain both the varsity soccer and swim teams. She is also a saxophonist in the school band.
Hannah’s community involvement extends beyond her school community as well. As an active member of Oscoda Baptist Church, she plays instruments for church services and participates in congregational events like food drives. She also serves as the president of the Oscoda Rotary Interact Club, practicing the Club’s motto of “service above self”. In this role, Hannah has spearheaded many initiatives including community events that impact worldwide organizations, and a local flag-raising ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial Park at the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base.
On top of all that, she holds a summer job and works as a summer camp counselor.
“The Iosco County Community Foundation is honored to recognize these two incredible individuals for their positive impact both in our community, and, in the lives of others,” says ICCF Board President Cliff Miller. “Iosco County is fortunate to have people like Nina and Hannah, whose efforts set a great example for all of us.”
Nominations for Citizen and Junior Citizen of the Year are submitted by members of the public. Nina O’Loughlin and Hannah Moore were honored at a special event on May 22, 2025, at Tawas Bay Beach Resort surrounded by friends, family, and community members. Nominations for the 2026 Citizen and Junior Citizen of the Year awards will be open in November 2025.
The Iosco County Community Foundation is a charitable organization committed to providing people who care about the future of our area with unique and effective ways of supporting their community now, and for generations to come. Led by a volunteer board of local citizens, the foundation oversees a group of permanently endowed funds from a wide range of donors. Gifts of all sizes from individuals, families, businesses, and agencies are invested in a balanced, well-managed portfolio to build endowments, enabling support for local community nonprofits now and forever. ICCF is an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan.
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Past Recipients:
The ICCF board created the annual award to honor those who make helping others and strengthening their community an important part of their lives, and also to inspire others to give back to their community as well. Previous recipients include Nina O'Loughlin (2025) Mary Reitler (2024), Catherine Push (2024), Linda Hock (2023), Axel Raybourn (2023 Junior), Timothy Haskin (2020/21), Nancy Huck (2018/19), Aileen Elliott (2017), Brad Saegesser (2016), Kelby Ruckle (Whittemore, 2015), Kathy Alward (Hale, 2014), Jane Meyer (Oscoda, 2013) and Dan Stock (Oscoda, 2012). In 2013, ICCF also honored two community champions: David Wentworth of Tawas City and Tara Western of East Tawas.
Previous recipients of the Junior Citizen of the Year are: Hannah Moore (2025), Catherine Push (2024 ), and Axel Raybourn (2023).