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Award

Chapter Key Award

Established in 1991, the Chapter Key Award celebrates Sigma Nursing chapters for dynamic leadership and membership growth, as well as standout communication, service, and philanthropy. It recognizes chapters that bring Sigma Nursing’s mission to life in their communities.

  • Type

    Award

  • Status

    Coming Soon

  • Deadline

    1 March 2027

The award honors chapters that excel in chapter-related activities such as:

  • Chapter Leadership and Operations 
  • Membership Recruitment and Retention 
  • Communication and Engagement 
  • Chapter Service, Awards, and Philanthropy
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Criteria

The 2025-2027 Chapter Key Application form and instruction guide are available in the All Chapter Officers Workgroup in The Circle.

Chapters are encouraged to work throughout the biennium to prepare their entries. Submissions for the 2027 Chapter Key Award include chapter activities from 1 July 2025 through 30 June 2027.

Recognition

The Chapter Key Award is presented each biennium at Sigma's biennial convention. Nominations will open in November 2026.

Questions

Do you have questions about the Chapter Key Award? Would you like to discuss the submission process with other chapter leaders or would like to check eligibility status? Post a question on the All Chapter Officers workgroup on The Circle.

Learn about the 2025 Chapter Key Award Recipients

Chapter Key Award - Sigma Nursing