Who can nominate a Living Treasure? 

Anyone, anywhere is welcome to nominate a Los Alamos resident. Only three Treasures are named each year but all nominations are kept on file for future consideration. 

When are nominations due? 

Nominations may be submitted any time and the closing date for nominations for 2026 is June 1, 2026. New nominations, along with the nominations already on file, will be evaluated in June 2026 and the new Treasures will be selected by the Living Treasurers Board. Note that nominations sent before May 1, 2026 will be accepted but will not be reviewed until that date.

What information should be included in the nomination? 

When did the nominee come to Los Alamos; 
How long has the nominee been involved in community activities; 
In which areas has the nominee contributed to Los Alamos; 
How has Los Alamos benefited from the nominee's activities; 

Please include contact information for the nominee;
Any additional information is welcome. 

 

Nominations supported by additional letters from other people familiar with other aspects of the nominee's service are encouraged. 

Where should the nominations be sent? 

Email: livingtreasuresla@gmail.com

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