EVGA 2025

Please join us for the 17th Excellence in Virginia Government Awards:

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Omni Richmond Hotel
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA 23219

The ceremony will celebrate Virginians who have made noteworthy contributions to government practice and the welfare of our communities and citizens. Event proceeds will pay for the event and provide two $10,000 scholarships to Wilder School students. Sponsorship of this event will help secure much-needed annual support for our future leaders in Virginia.

“These awards recognize outstanding work at all levels of government in Virginia and honor dedicated public service, innovative approaches and commitment to excellence.” – Susan T. Gooden, Ph.D., dean of the Wilder School

2025 Awardees

Lifetime Achievement Award - The Honorable William Ferguson Reid

Community Enhancement Award - Dr. Tamara Mann President and CEO, Campagna Center

Grace E. Harris Leadership Award - Eva Teig Hardy

Hill-Robinson Expansion of Freedom Award - Reverend Tyler C. Millner, Sr.

Innovation in Government Award - Robert David Sr., Violence Prevention Manager, City of Danville

Unsung Heroes Award - Mark Greenough, Virginia Capitol Building Tour Supervisor