Presented to a CDS member in recognition of superior and long-standing service to the field of community development, and, in particular, work for the advancement of the Society. Board members and officers are ineligible for this award. Self-nominations are not accepted.
Eligibility
- Must be a current member of CDS
- Must have at least seven years’ membership in CDS
- Not a current officer or Board member
- Participation in annual conferences of CDS (presenter, convener, or organizers)
- Provided leadership for CDS
- Holds a record of accomplishment on behalf of CDS
- Demonstrates creativity and vision for the future direction of CDS
Past Duane L. Gibson Distinguished Service Award Recipients:
- 2023 Norman Walzer
- 2021 Milan Wall
- 2018 Connie Loden
- 2013 Jane Leonard
- 2012 Mary Emery
- 2011 Alan Kirk
- 2010 Ron Hustedde
- 2009 Anne Heinze Silvis
- 2006 Ken Pigg
- 2005 Jerry Wade
- 2003 Linda Sunde
- 2002 Jerry W. Robinson, Jr.
- 2001 John Gulick
- 2000 George Nickolaus
- 1999 William “Bill” Kimball
- 1998 Mark Settle
- 1998 Jack Timmons
- 1997 Jane Leonard
- 1997 Moneica West
- 1996 Margaret Hickman
- 1995 Rex LaMore
- 1994 Kristin Kauth
- 1993 Nan Booth
- 1992 Gary W. King
- 1991 Harold Baker
- 1991 Donald W. Littrell
- 1990 Jane Janey
- 1990 Bruce Sorter
- 1989 Edward J. Blakely
- 1989 John A. Quinn
- 1988 John D. Rohrer
- 1987 Thomas N. Hobgood, Jr.
- 1987 Curtis E. Gear Jr
- 1986 Delwyn A. Dyer
- 1986 Glen C. Pulver
- 1985 Ronald C. Powers
- 1985 Duane L. Gibson
- 1985 Almeda L. Ritter
- 1985 Richard M. Thomas (posthumous )
- 1984 Marie Arnot Fischer
- 1984 Lee J. Cary
