Volunteer of the Year

Residents of Elk River who exemplify community spirit and involvement.

Now Accepting 2025 Nominations

The Volunteer of the Year is awarded annually at the Elk RiverFest celebration. This award is given to a resident of Elk River who exemplifies community spirit and involvement.

The Volunteer of the Year is announced from the stage following our evening musician opener at 6:30 p.m.

Nominations must be received by June 1, 2025.

The committee selecting the winner consists of: the City of Elk River Mayor, one member of the Elk River Lions Club, one member of the Elk River Rotary Club, one member of the Elk River City Council, and Katie Shatusky from Thumbs Up.

Previous Volunteer of the Year Winners