2026 ATHENA Awards
Presented by LewisGale Medical Center, the 2026 ATHENA Awards recognize exceptional women who lead with purpose, inspire those around them, and help create stronger communities.
Award Categories
ATHENA Leadership Award
Recognizes an established leader who demonstrates excellence in her profession, serves her community, and actively supports the advancement of women.
ATHENA Non-Profit Leadership Award
Honors a woman whose leadership and service have made a meaningful impact through the non-profit sector and the community she serves.
ATHENA Young Professional Award
Celebrates an emerging leader who demonstrates exceptional potential, professional achievement, and community engagement early in her career.
Together, let's celebrate the women who are leading, mentoring, serving, and inspiring the next generation across Virginia's Blue Ridge.
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