Keep Iowa Beautiful Awards
Photographer: Justin Rogers of West Des Moines, IA
Awards Honoring Iowans
Keep Iowa Beautiful is pleased to recognize individuals, businesses, communities, and organizations that simply shine when it comes to improving Iowa communities. Nominate for an award here.
Each year we select and honor one recipient in each category of the following Keep Iowa Beautiful awards
Donald F. Lamberti Hometown Pride Vision Award
Keep Iowa Beautiful started the Hometown Pride Vision Award to recognize those who work to improve and enhance the quality of our state. Award winners embody a passion for building a higher level of pride through leadership.
2025 Recipient:
City of Delaware
Hometown Pride Committee
Robert D. Ray Community Award for Excellence
The Robert D. Ray Community Award for Excellence is given annually to a town or city for enhancing the beauty, cleanliness and attractiveness of the community.
2025 Recipient:
City of DeWitt
Corporate Award for Excellence
Keep Iowa Beautiful’s Corporate Award for Excellence is presented to a corporation or business that makes a significant difference in enhancing the quality of life in Iowa’s communities.
2025 Recipient:
Alliant Energy
Organization Award for Excellence
This Organization Award for Excellence is presented annually to local or statewide organizations that assist communities with planning and implementation of programs that enhance the quality of life in Iowa.
2025 Recipient:
AARP Iowa
Keep Iowa Beautiful Service Award
Keep Iowa Beautiful’s Service Award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional dedication and long-term commitment to advancing the mission of Keep Iowa Beautiful. This award recognizes outstanding leadership, service, and contributions that have significantly strengthened the organization and its impact across Iowa.
