Nominate Your Environmental Hero for a 2013 “Cox Conserves Heroes” Award

Cox Communications, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is accepting nominations from the public for the 2013 “Cox Conserves Heroes” awards, which will honor local conservation efforts in Orange County. From May 20 through June 14, the public may nominate local volunteers who are helping to create, preserve or enhance Orange County’s shared outdoor spaces. Whether planting a community garden, organizing a beach cleanup, or teaching others about the importance of conservation, a nominee’s activity must be performed on a volunteer basis and separate from one's employment. A judging panel comprised of local civic and environmental leaders will select three finalists. From July 29 through Aug. 16, the public will be able to watch videos of the finalists online and vote for Orange County’s 2013 Cox Conserves Hero. Nominations and voting can be submitted at www.coxconservesheroes.com. The first-place winner will receive $5,000 to donate to a local environmental nonprofit organization of his or her choice. The benefiting nonprofit will also receive a public service announcement and promotional air time valued at $10,000, and 20 volunteer hours from Cox Communications employees. The second- and third-place winners will receive $2,500 and $1,000 respectively to donate to their environmental nonprofit of choice. KEY DATES: Nominations: May 20 – June 14 Online Voting: July 29 – Aug. 16 Winner Announcement: September