Awards

ACWA’s awards program is our way of shining a spotlight on the outstanding agencies, member volunteers, lawmakers and water leaders whose exceptional service helps to advance our organizational mission.

The association recognizes the people and programs that contributed to a stronger ACWA through the following programs:

Fall Awards

The 2026 applications and nominations for Fall Awards are now closed.

• John P. Fraser Emissary Award
• Excellence in Innovation
• Huell Howser Excellence in Communication
• Outreach Awards
  • Regional Awards
  • Overall Awards
  • Most Active Small Agency Award
  • Rising Star Award
  • Most Effective Agency on a Federal Issue Award (Deadline: Feb. 1, 2027; presented at ACWA DC Conference)

Spring Awards

The 2026 applications and nominations for Spring Awards are now closed.

• Clair A. Hill Agency Award for Excellence
• Excellence in Water Leadership Award – Building a World of Difference®

Special Awards

• Lifetime Achievement Award
• Legislative Leadership Award

For questions about ACWA’s Awards Program, please call (916) 441-4545 or email awards@acwa.com.