17th Excellence in Virginia Government Awards 2025

The ceremony will celebrate Virginians who have made noteworthy contributions to government practice and the welfare of our communities and citizens. Event proceeds will pay for the event and provide two $10,000 scholarships for Wilder School students. Sponsorship of this event will help secure much-needed annual support for our future leaders in Virginia.

“These awards recognize outstanding work at all levels of government in Virginia and honor dedicated public service, innovative approaches and commitment to excellence.” – Susan T. Gooden, Ph.D., dean of the Wilder School

When: Noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, April 8

Where: Omni Richmond Hotel, 100 S. 12th St., Richmond, VA 23219

Learn more about EVGA and past award recipients. Questions? Contact Pam Cox, senior special projects and communications manager, at evga@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8520.

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2025 Awardees

Community Enhancement Award: Tamara Mann, Ph.D., president and CEO, Campagna Center
Grace E. Harris Leadership Award: Eva Teig Hardy
Hill-Robinson Expansion of Freedom Award: The Rev. Tyler C. Millner Sr.
Innovation in Government Award: Robert David Sr., violence prevention manager, City of Danville, Virginia
Unsung Heroes Award: Mark Greenough, Virginia Capitol Building tour supervisor
Lifetime Achievement Award: The Hon. William Ferguson Reid

2025 Sponsorship levels

Title: $50,000

• Exclusive presenting sponsorship rights, including premiere event signage
• Logo in all marketing materials and social media mentions
• Greeting remarks by organization’s leadership during luncheon
• Logo and name in WTVR special and pre-show promotions
• Two-page ad in print event program
• Information at luncheon tables and lobby
• Photo station branding
• Three tables at luncheon

VIP: $25,000

• Logo and name in marketing materials and event advertising
• Logo and name in WTVR special and pre-show promotions
• Full-page ad and organization logo in event program
• Information at tables and recognition during luncheon
• Two tables at luncheon

Commonwealth: $10,000

• Logo and name in marketing materials and event advertising
• Half-page placement and organization logo in event program
• Information at tables and recognition during luncheon
• One table at luncheon (10 seats)

Partner: $5,000

• Logo in marketing materials, online and print event program
• One table at luncheon

Friends: $2,000

• Listing in printed program
• Half table at luncheon

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  • • Sponsorship levels:
    • Title sponsor: $50,000   1
    • VIP sponsor: $25,000   1
    • Commonwealth sponsor: $10,000   1
    • Partner sponsor: $5,000   1
    • Friend sponsor: $2,000   1
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  • Donations to the Excellence in Virginia Government Awards Program support the event and student scholarships.
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