08/13/2026
There is still time to submit a nomination for the Nancy Stuart Tonkin Advocacy Award. If you know someone who would be a good candidate, place take a moment and complete the nomination form below.
The Children’s Home Society is pleased to announce the nomination process for the 2026 Nancy Stuart Tonkin Award is official underway. One or more award winners will be selected and presented with a cash award of up to $1000 at the at the Children’s Home Society Annual Meeting in November.
Nominations can be made by individuals or groups. Past nominations can be updated and submitted. Anyone who meets the criteria is eligible and can be nominated. More than one nomination for any individual can occur.
Nominations can be completed by clicking on the link below. Deadline for submitting nominations is September 8, 2026.
Nominations link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/dK1WmN0tPJ?origin=lprLink
About the Honoree...
Nancy Stuart Tonkin exemplified advocacy in her work with Children’s Home Society and others. Nancy was successful in all her roles at Children’s Home Society. She was an employee and used research to improve casework protocols. She was a Board Member, Board Chairperson, and Board Member Emeritus. Nancy was an effective recruiter of board members, supporters and volunteers.
She was tireless in communicating the mission of CHS to the community and interpreting the community’s reaction. Nancy Chaired the Board of Directors during the 100-anniversary year. Nancy was responsible for linking Children’s Home Society with OMEGA and other organizations which resulted in millions of dollars of support for programs. Nancy lobbied for Children’s Home Society and other child welfare agencies and was successful in improving foster care payments allowing the Society to significantly expand their foster care program. She was trusted and effective advisor to the Children’s Home Society in all public policy matters. She was a strong advocate for permanency, child well-being and family support services.
