Scarborough-Salomon-Flynt Community Service Award

The Scarborough Salomon Flynt Community Service Award Committee invites nominations for the eleventh annual award. Nominations are due by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The award will be presented at the Annual Town Meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

The Scarborough Salomon Flynt Award recognizes individuals or civic groups who demonstrate extraordinary dedication, excellence, and integrity in their service to Williamstown.

The award represents the merger of the Faith R. Scarborough Award and the Williamstown Community Chest Volunteer of the Year Award. It honors Faith Scarborough, Edith and Adolph Salomon, and Hank and Mary Flynt and their contributions as volunteers and engaged citizens of Williamstown.

Nominations must include a written narrative detailing the candidate’s contributions and community service. The information included in the narrative serves as the primary source used by the committee in selecting an awardee.

Nominations may be submitted online by completing the online form, by emailing the required information to info@williamstowncommunitychest.org, or by mailing the form to Selection Committee, Williamstown Community Chest, PO Box 204, Williamstown, MA 01267.

Learn more at Williamstown Community Chest.

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