The New American Hero Awards
ABOUT THE NEW AMERICAN HERO AWARDS
June 11, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Washington, D.C. (Venue address shared after ticket purchase)
The New American Hero Awards (NAHA) is our annual celebration honoring trailblazers who are shaping a more inclusive democracy through leadership, service, and impact. This inspiring evening brings together elected officials, partners, donors, and community leaders to celebrate the power of New American leadership and the movement advancing representation nationwide.
This year, we are honored to celebrate the 12th annual New American Hero Awards during Immigrant Heritage Month in Washington, D.C. This year carries special significance as the nation marks its 250th anniversary, reflecting on the state of our democracy, and looking ahead to what the next era must demand and deliver.
Guests will enjoy a four-course sit-down dinner in an unforgettable setting, paired with meaningful storytelling, powerful honoree moments, and the chance to connect with leaders committed to building a democracy that reflects all of us.
*Want to take your celebrations to the next level? Become a sponsor of this empowering annual event and be the reason immigrant communities can thrive. You can also join the host committee. Either way, your support ensures that strong, diverse leaders are at the forefront of our movement!
2026 HONOREES
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Honorees pictured from left to right.
- Ghazala F. Hashmi, Commonwealth of Virginia Lieutenant Governor
- Amanda Farías, New York City Councilmember
- Stephanie Chang, Michigan State Senator
PREVIOUS SPONSORS
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2025 HOST COMMITTEE
- Andrey Ostrovsky
- Hon. Andy Levin and Mary Freeman
- Anil Kalhan
- Bali Kumar
- Carisa De Anda
- Carolyn Sauvage-Mar and Jerome Sauvage
- David Sanchez
- Maria Javier
- Ross Morales-Rocketto
- Christian Arana
- Ianthe Metzger
- Regine Beauboeuf
- Shantanu Agrawal and Kavita Parikh
Past Honorees
2025
- Georgia State Representative Ruwa Romman
- Phoenix City Councilmember Anna Hernandez
2024
- U.S. Congressman Joaquin Castro
- Michigan State Senator & Assistant Majority Leader Darrin Camilleri
- Jefferson County School Board Trustee Manūfou Liaiga-Anoa’i
2023
- U.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng
- Colorado State Senator Julie Gonzales
- Portland, Maine City Councilor Pious Ali
2021
- U.S. Congressman Joe Neguse
- U.S. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar
- Arizona State Representative Raquel Terán
- Worthington, Ohio School Board Member Sam Shim
- New American Leaders’ Founder Sayu Bhojwani
2019
- U.S. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar
- Virginia State Delegate Kathy Tran
- New York State Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz
2018
- U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal
- Philadelphia City Councilwoman Helen Gym
- Rhode Island Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea
2017
- Anaheim, CA City Council Member Jose Moreno
- Arizona State Representative Athena Salman
- Texas State Representative Gene Wu
2016
- U.S. Representative Norma Torres
- Colorado State Representative Joe Salazar
- Boston City Council President Michelle Wu
2015
- U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy
- California State Senator Ricardo Lara
- New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito
2014
- U.S. Representative Mark Takano
- Colorado State Senator Jessie Ulibarri
- New York State Supreme Court Justice Doris Ling-Cohan
2013
- U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono
- Michigan State Representative Rashida Tlaib
- Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez