Celebrating Achievement and Promise

NHSA recognizes individuals and Head Start programs making a difference today and shaping tomorrow through scholarships and awards.

Every day, Head Start changes lives—thanks to dedicated educators, inspiring parents, passionate alumni, and innovative programs. NHSA’s scholarships and awards honor those who go above and beyond and helping them advance in school, careers, and community reach.

All nominating Head Start/Early Head Start grantees must have an active NHSA membership.

• Edward Zigler Innovation Award
  Recognizes local Head Start/Early Head Start grantees who are partnering to create high-impact services for children and families.
• Sargent Shriver Excellence in Community Service Award
  Honors grantees that have made significant achievements in poverty alleviation, early education, or community health.
• Vanessa Rich Leadership Award
  Honors a new Head Start/Early Head Start program director with three or fewer years of service.
• Ron Herndon Head Start Parent Scholarship
  Supports Head Start parents who mobilize others to create meaningful change in their programs and communities.
• Aubrey Puckett Memorial Award
  Celebrates a Head Start alumna, alumnus, or parent now working for a Head Start or Early Head Start grantee.
• Alumni Scholarship Award
  A merit award for graduating high school seniors who attended Head Start, supporting the next leg of their educational journey.

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* Donate to the Scholarship and Awards fund.