Stroke Hero Awards
The 2027 Stroke Hero Awards will begin accepting nominations on October 1, 2026.
The Stroke Hero Awards are awarded to those who educate, inspire and raise awareness about stroke locally or nationally.
Award Categories
B.E. F.A.S.T. Hero
Honors a person who recognized the warning signs of a stroke and acted fast to get help for the person having a stroke. This award is for a friend, family member, coworker or bystander, not a healthcare provider acting in a professional capacity. We encourage survivors who recognized their own stroke symptoms to nominate themselves in the Survivor Hero category.
Caregiver Hero
Honors a person who has cared for a stroke survivor and used their experience to educate, inspire and bring awareness about stroke. This award is for a personal caregiver, not a healthcare provider acting in a professional capacity.
Community Impact Hero
Honors a person or group whose goal is to promote equitable health for those at risk for stroke, stroke survivors and stroke caregivers, ensuring that everyone, everywhere has the opportunity to be healthy. Nominated groups can include stroke support groups, stroke teams, medical facilities, families or others who have come together to educate, inspire and bring awareness to stroke.
Preview the Community Impact Hero nomination questions (PDF)
Pediatric Hero
Honors a person who is under the age of 18, has survived a stroke and overcome significant hurdles and whose family has used its experience to educate, inspire and bring awareness to stroke.
Survivor Hero
Honors a person who has survived a stroke and used their experience to educate, inspire and bring awareness about stroke.
Awards Timeline
| Date(s) | Activity |
|---|---|
| Oct. 1 – Nov. 4, 2026 | Nominations accepted |
| Nov. – Dec. 2026 | Nominations judged |
| Mid-April 2027 | Winners announced |
FAQ, Rules, Judging Criteria & More
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