NABLF Announces 2026 Service to America Winners

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 2:44pm CT

National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF)

The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) has named the recipients of its 2026 Celebration of Service to America Awards, recognizing radio and television stations for their impact in local communities nationwide.

Winners will be honored June 9 at The Anthem in Washington, DC. The awards, presented by Bonneville International and Hearst Television, highlight public service efforts across broadcasting.

NABLF President Michelle Duke said the awards spotlight stations that serve as trusted sources of information and connection. She noted that local broadcasters play a key role in keeping communities informed and safe.

Among this year's radio honorees, Morgan Murphy Media received the Service to Community Award for Broadcast Ownership Group for its "Honor Our Fallen" fundraiser supporting firefighters injured and killed in an ambush blaze in Coeur d'Alene, ID.

In the Large/Major Market category, 95.5 WSB in Atlanta, part of Cox Media Group, was recognized for its annual Care-a-Thon benefiting Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, which raised more than $2.3 million for research and family services.

The Medium Market award went to 100.5 WYMG in Springfield, IL, owned by Saga Communications, for its "Christmas Wish" program supporting families in need during the holidays.

In the Small Market category, 104.1 WIKY in Evansville, IN, part of Midwest Communications, was honored for its annual Veterans Day Breakfast, which serves hundreds of local veterans.

New this year, NABLF introduced an Original Podcast category. The inaugural award went to the "Purple Daily" podcast from Hubbard Radio in Minneapolis-St. Paul, recognizing its community-building approach to covering the Minnesota Vikings.

The Celebration of Service to America Awards aim to bring national attention to broadcasters' community service initiatives across both traditional and digital platforms.

For more information, visit servicetoamericaawards.org.