Leila Pyle

Leila is an active member of Alaska Youth for Environmental Action. She is a leader in the Kodiak Youth Conservation Corps and is dedicated to educating youth about recycling, climate change, marine debris and other conservation topics.

  • Home Town Kodiak
  • School District Reed College
  • Award Category Science & Environment

Jessica Roper

Jessica provides swift water training to emergency personnel in Kenai’s community fire departments. She sponsored a fundraiser to train emergency personnel involved in rescue work. Her contribution will benefit people who might find themselves in need of rescue on Kenai’s waterways.

  • Home Town Kenai
  • School District Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
  • Award Category Lifesaver & Prevention

Annie Connelly

Annie created, organized and hosted Ski-for-Aid, a 5k race to benefit Brother Francis Shelter. She singlehandedly organized the event and spent countless hours advertising and gathering support from local businesses for donated prizes. The race had 26 participants and raised $550 for the shelter.

  • Home Town Chugiak
  • School District Anchorage School District
  • Award Category Service To Community