KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) — The Keene Family YMCA is accepting nominations for its 2025 Community Partner Award, which recognizes an individual, business, or organization that has made a significant contribution to advancing belonging and inclusion in the Monadnock region.

According to a news release, the annual award highlights community partners whose efforts have helped foster connection, support, and opportunity, aligning with the YMCA’s mission to strengthen the community and create welcoming spaces for all.

Members of the public are encouraged to nominate those whose work has had a meaningful local impact. Nominations are open now and must be submitted by January 31, 2026.

“Our community is strengthened by the people and organizations who lead with compassion and a commitment to belonging,” said Christy Sterbenz Filby, CEO of the Keene Family YMCA. “This award is an opportunity to recognize those who truly embody the Y’s values and help move our community forward.”

The 2025 Community Partner Award recipient will be honored at the Keene Family YMCA’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Keene Family YMCA.

More information and nomination details are available at https://bit.ly/Y-Community-Partner-Award-2025.