02/12/2026

Ohio Department of Aging Accepting Nominations for the 2026 Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame recognizes current or long-time Ohio residents age 60 and older whose leadership, service, and professional accomplishments have made a lasting difference in their communities. Nominations must be submitted by March 31, 2026, for consideration at a September induction ceremony.

Since 1977, just 524 older Ohioans have been inducted. Nominees are evaluated on the scope and impact of their contributions both before and after age 60 and must be native-born Ohioans or have lived in the state for at least 10 years. Posthumous nominations are accepted if the individual passed away within the last five years and was age 60 or older at the time of death. Repeat nominations are welcome if eligibility criteria are still met. Learn more and access the nomination form through the Ohio Department of Aging’s Senior Citizens Hall of Fame webpage.