Nominate your hero for recognition by your local Red Cross! American Red Cross chapters in Nevada honor local everyday heroes during annual events. Heroes don't have to be individuals - they can be groups, companies, organizations, children or even pets! You can nominate your hero by filling out the form below.

Examples of the types of heroes that are chosen for recognition include:

• Someone who saved a life within the past year using first aid, CPR or an AED
• A person or organization that embodies the spirit of humanitarian service, volunteerism, commitment to community, compassion, and/or impartial service to help those in need
  Someone who, like Clara Barton, is dedicated to improving the health & wellbeing of others
• A person or organization that demonstrates dedication to preparing for or preventing disasters and emergencies
• Someone who has rendered great support to members of our military
• A member of the armed forces who saved lives through his or her actions.

The list below are possible nomination categories but nominees are not restricted to any of these categories. The Hero Selection Committee will decide where the nominee best fits into the event.

Adult Good Samaritan: Presented to an ordinary citizen above the age of 18 for an extraordinary act of heroism or courage.

Youth Good Samaritan: Presented to an ordinary citizen under the age of 18 for an extraordinary act of heroism or courage.

Military: Presented to a member of the armed forces (active or retired, commissioned or non-commissioned) whose heroic action demonstrated exceptional courage. This award may be awarded posthumously.

Firefighter: Presented to a professional or volunteer firefighter or emergency dispatch operator whose bravery in action went beyond the call of duty.

Law Enforcement: Presented to a law enforcement agent who took decisive action to save a life.

International Service: Presented to an individual, group or company in recognition of their commitment to humanitarian efforts in other parts of the world.

Animal Rescue: Presented to an animal that is making a difference to impact someone's life, or to an individual involved in the care of animals.

Aquatics: Presented to a lifeguard or ordinary citizen whose quick-thinking actions prevented a serious water-related injury or drowning.

Medical Professional: Presented to a doctor, nurse or EMT whose lifesaving actions went outside the scope of duty.

Community Impact: Presented to a community group, neighborhood organization or local company that consistently demonstrates a commitment to making Northern Nevada a safer and more compassionate community.

Community Service: Presented to an individual in recognition of volunteering their time to help others in the Northern Nevada community.

Lifetime Achievement Award: Presented to an individual in recognition of their life-long dedication and consistent support to further a cause that benefits the Northern Nevada community.

International Service: Presented to an individual, group or company in recognition of their commitment to humanitarian efforts in other parts of the world.