The St. Louis County Board and the Public Health and Human Services Department recognize and honor community organizations, businesses and residents who demonstrate a commitment to improving the health of individuals, families, and communities. The Public Health Achievement Awards are presented annually during the first week of April, coinciding with National Public Health Week.

The nomination period for this year's awards is now closed. Awards will be presented during the St. Louis County Board meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. 

Award winners are chosen based on the following criteria: 

• Leadership: Nominee has demonstrated leadership abilities through work and service.  
• Public Health Contributions: Nominee has demonstrated originality and innovation in creating solutions to public health problems and has contributed to advancing improvement in the health status of the community through work and service.  
• Community Health Improvement: The activities of the nominee have contributed to successful outcomes, bringing positive change, and improving the health status of the community.  
• Collaboration: Nominee has promoted collaboration and cooperation among individuals, organizations, agencies, and the people served by the St. Louis County Public Health Division.  
• Advocacy: Nominee has been involved in promoting health and healthy behaviors, and/or protecting the health and safety of St. Louis County residents.