This distinction is awarded to individuals of Polish descent who are active in the Polish diaspora, engage in social, cultural, or educational initiatives, and serve as a model of civic attitude and attachment to Polish traditions.
Who can be nominated?
- Leaders of Polish diaspora organizations
- Community activists and volunteers
- Individuals with documented professional or social achievements
- Representatives of young Polonia (17–25 years old) distinguished by their activity and commitment
Application requirements:
- Candidate’s first and last name
- Brief justification of the candidacy (description of activities, roles, achievements)
- Candidate’s written consent to participate in the nomination process
- Contact details of the nominator
Applications can be submitted by private individuals and representatives of organizations — under the same rules as last year.
The deadline for submitting nominations is the end of March 2026.
All candidacies will be analyzed by the Nomination Committee, and the final selection of the Marshal and Junior Marshal will take place by secret ballot.
Please send applications and questions to the email addresses of the Nomination Committee:
We encourage you to nominate individuals who will proudly and honorably represent Copiague and the Polish community during the Pulaski Parade 2026.
