Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has opened nominations for the 44th Annual Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Celebrate a senior who has made a positive difference in Westchester County through their contributions by nominating them for this year’s Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame.
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “I am proud to announce the opening of nominations for the 44th Annual Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Each year, this cherished tradition allows us to recognize our extraordinary seniors who have made a significant impact in our communities across Westchester through their professional work, leadership and advocacy. I encourage residents to nominate seniors who inspire us all through their commitment to improving the lives of others.”
Department of Senior Programs and Services Commissioner Mae Carpenter said: “Our Senior Hall of Fame is a cherished tradition that celebrates our remarkable seniors whose dedication, leadership and service have strengthened communities across Westchester County. The Senior Hall of Fame is one of our most empowering events and I look forward to being in attendance as we celebrate our older generation.”
To be nominated, a person must:
- Be at least 60 years old or older, live in Westchester, and not be a past Hall of Fame inductee (a list of past honorees may be found online at: seniorcitizens.westchestercounyny.gov;
- Have made significant contributions to improving life in Westchester County;
- Be an outstanding leader or advocate;
- Have done professional work that reflects innovative solutions to fulfill unmet community needs (if a nomination is based on paid professional work).
Nominations are due by Wednesday, September 9, 2026, and will be reviewed by a judging committee. A nomination should be submitted for each person, with organizations and individuals to be allowed one nomination only. To download and complete your nomination, please visit seniorcitizens.westchestercountyny.gov. If you have questions about the nomination process, please contact Jill Sommer Stern at (914) 218-3968 or email JillS@EventstoRemember360.com.
This year’s Senior Citizens Hall of Fame will be held on Friday, December 4, 2026, from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, NY. The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS), Westchester County Parks, and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services will be hosting this celebration, which will include an induction ceremony and a festive luncheon. Sponsorships and congratulatory journal ad opportunities are available for purchase. For more details or to make a purchase, please visit www.westchesterpartnership.org/hall-of-fame/.
For additional information about this year’s Senior Hall of Fame, please call (914) 813-6300 or visit seniorcitizens.westchestercountyny.gov.