Hero Kid 2026 Campaign One nearing end: Nominations due

KnoxTNToday, along with several Feature Partners, is recognizing Knoxville’s own youth influencers through our Hero Kid campaigns, with the first campaign of 2026 ending April 30, 2026.

Feathers symbolize truth and honor, and serve as the symbol for our Hero Kid Award, as the recipients will embody truth and integrity in their actions.

Details:

• Applicants must be under 18.
• Applicants must live in Knox County or in a bordering county.
• Applicants must have performed an act of service that made a lasting impact on their communities or performed a heroic lifesaving act prior to their 18^th
• Applicants will be evaluated by a review committee based on the merit of nomination form submissions. (Other recognitions and awards will be considered>)

Submit the above information, along with any comments, to susan@knoxtntoday.com.

Hero Kid Award is sponsored by KnoxTNToday, First Horizon Bank, Food City, Harrington Insurance Agency, Rotary Club of Bearden, Wallace Real Estate, and Zoo Knoxville.