Persimmon Awards 2026

We invite you to celebrate influential women in Cumberland County on May 20th, 2026

This year’s ceremony will take place at the Carlisle County Club on May 20th, 2026. Registration will begin at 11:30. The third annual Persimmon Awards is highlighted by the permanence, presence, and perseverance of our honorees, and the impact and commitment of women in Cumberland County have contributed since the beginning. We are excited to have Heather Holloway of Holloway Media Services serve as the emcee for our third annual awards ceremony.

We are proud to honor the diverse achievements of women in Cumberland County who exemplify peace, justice and dignity for all through their lives as business leaders, educators, medical professionals, public servants, artists, and Community volunteers. Their impact has reached across Cumberland County and made an impact on everyone in their circle.

In a world where the achievements of women often been undervalued or overlooked, these awards serve as a platform to honor women’s excellence, resilience, and invaluable impact on our local communities.

Why Persimmon?

Persimmons are a fruit that symbolize good fortune in business, longevity in life, and kindness in action.

Persimmon is also the branded color of the YWCA USA.

Persimmon Awards will be returning for 2026

We are excited to share that the Persimmon Awards will return for their third annual ceremony, bringing back a signature event that celebrates impact, leadership, and commitment to our community. Once again, we are in the process of creating a beautiful and meaningful evening that honors the individuals and organizations who help make our work—and our community—stronger.

The Persimmon Awards have become a space to pause, reflect, and recognize the people who show up with purpose. This year’s ceremony will continue that tradition, thoughtfully designed to highlight the values we share and the progress we are making together. From the atmosphere to the program itself, every detail is being shaped with care to ensure the event feels both celebratory and grounded in the mission that brings us together.

As planning moves forward, we are working behind the scenes to bring an experience that feels familiar yet renewed—one that reflects the growth of our community and the importance of coming together to acknowledge meaningful contributions. The Persimmon Awards are more than a ceremony; they are an opportunity to connect, to celebrate excellence, and to recognize the collective impact that happens when people are committed to service and change.

We look forward to welcoming the Persimmon Awards back to the community and sharing more details soon. We are grateful for the continued support and enthusiasm that make this event possible, and we cannot wait to gather once again for an evening that honors dedication, resilience, and the power of community.