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Ponca City's 5 Under 40 Awards: Nominations Open for Young Community Leaders

Recognition program celebrates leaders under 40 making an impact across all sectors

Ponca City Monthly·June 5, 2026·1 min read·✂ Clip This
Ponca City's 5 Under 40 Awards: Nominations Open for Young Community Leaders
  • Ponca City opens nominations for its 5 Under 40 Awards honoring young community leaders
  • Honorees must be under 40 and recognized across all sectors including business, education, and arts
  • The program celebrates those making impact through careers, volunteerism, creativity, and civic engagement
  • Anyone can submit a nomination through downtownponcacity.com/5under40
  • Nominations are open now for emerging leaders shaping Ponca City's future

The search is on for Ponca City's next 5 Under 40 honorees—young leaders who are building a stronger, more vibrant community through their careers, volunteerism, creativity, and passion for the city.

The awards program is calling for nominations to recognize emerging leaders across all sectors of the community making a real impact in Ponca City.

Who Can Be Nominated?

The 5 Under 40 awards celebrate individuals under 40 who are shaping Ponca City's future through their dedication and vision. Honorees span all industries and sectors—business professionals, educators, nonprofit leaders, artists, civic volunteers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

Whether they're starting a business, volunteering their time, creating meaningful work, or showing up for their neighbors, the program aims to recognize those making a difference.

How to Submit a Nomination

Anyone can submit a nomination. The process is straightforward and nominations are open now.

Visit downtownponcacity.com/5under40 to nominate a young leader you believe deserves recognition.

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