Funding & Awards

ACS ChemLuminary Awards

Award at a Glance

TypeAward
Recipient Volunteer, International
Category Public Service & Outreach,  Community Recognition
AmountNo cash award available
DeadlineFebruary 15, 2025
Contactchemluminary@acs.org
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Celebrate Your Outstanding Programming!

ACS ChemLuminary Awards honor the best examples of programming, outreach, and operations from local sections, divisions, regional meetings, and international chemical sciences chapters. 

Officers should submit ChemLuminary Awards nominations through Community Connection as part of the ACS Annual Report. The nomination period is November 1 to February 15.

Description

How to Nominate

All ChemLuminary Awards nominations should be submitted by local section, ACS division and international chemical sciences chapter officers via the Annual Report. Please contact the officers of your group to inquire about submitting a nomination.

ACS ChemLuminary Awards 2024

ChemLuminary Awards are symbolized by the words Chem Luminary with a flame

The ACS ChemLuminary Awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, August 20, at the Sheraton Denver Downtown. The event kicked off with a poster session and reception. V. Michael Mautino, retired from Covestro,  was the recipient of the 2024 Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society and delivered the keynote address. Following this, 21 committees of the Society presented the awards, and the event concluded with a dance social. This year's theme was "Elevating the Dedication of Our Volunteers," which celebrates the work of our volunteers in improving people's lives through the transforming power of chemistry.

2024 ACS ChemLuminary Award Winners and Photos

 

Contact Information

chemluminary@acs.org
(202) 872-4575

Photos of Past Winners Photos of past ChemLuminary Award winners on Flickr

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