Can-Do Spirit Awards

Visit Dallas is excited to launch the Can-Do Spirit Awards to showcase the best and brightest in our community – local visionaries and game-changers who embody the Maverick, Can-Do Spirit that sets Dallas apart – or as we lovingly call them, Can-Doers!

Know a local Can-Doer? We need YOUR help. Nominations are now open for the Can-Do Spirit Awards which will be announced this October.

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Criteria:

Eligible Dallasites should represent at least one of the core Dallas brand pillars:

A diverse community of people - a rich tapestry of cultures
Creative culinary influence - our unique recipe
Arts and entertainment - an unwavering commitment
Future-facing innovative audacity - a bold city that takes big swings
Iconic sports culture - locally revered, globally recognized

Nominees must be individuals who are 21 years of age or older and currently work or reside within Dallas city limits. Full Terms & Conditions.

Process:

Nominations are open until 11:59 p.m. CT on Sept. 22. Nominees will be evaluated by the Visit Dallas Brand Identity Committee to select finalists. The public will then vote on these finalists between Sept. 30 and Oct. 13 to identify one individual in each Brand Pillar to be recognized by Visit Dallas with a Can-Do Spirit Award. The winners will be announced Oct. 29.

Nominate A Can-Doer For The
Can-Do Spirit Awards

First Name

Last Name

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Your Nomination

Your Nominee's Email

Visit Dallas will contact your nomination for consent to be recognized for this award

Which brand pillar does your nomination represent?

If your nominee fits in multiple pillars, select the one most closely associated with their work.

Our diverse community of people

Creative culinary influence

Arts and entertainment

Future-facing innovative audacity

Iconic sports culture

How does your nominee embody what it means to be a maverick, can-do spirit?

Check this box to confirm your nomination currently works or resides within Dallas city limits

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