Francine R. “Frankie” Loeb Courageous Leadership Award nominees must meet the following criteria and embody many of the values and characteristics of Frankie Loeb, including:

• Resilience and Courage – Takes risks and steps outside of comfort zones, leading with integrity, strength, and determination, even during challenging times.
• Visionary Leadership – Inspires others with bold ideas, a clear vision, and a commitment to the future of Jewish life in Seattle.
• Deep Dedication – Demonstrates a lifelong commitment to strengthening the Jewish community locally, nationally, and globally.
• Strategic Impact – Demonstrates strategic thinking, critical planning, and actions that lead to long-term, sustainable change.
• Collaboration and Inclusivity – Fosters partnerships and brings people together to create meaningful progress or change.
• Community Engagement – Actively participates in Jewish communal life and seeks out opportunities to improve and support the community.
• Mentorship and Role Model – Serves as an inspiring figure and role model for others, encouraging others to lead and engage in the community.
• Compassion and Empathy – Demonstrates care for others, providing support, guidance, and encouragement in all aspects of their leadership.

This award is intended to recognize those whose leadership has made an extraordinary impact on the Jewish community. Nominees should be volunteers who have consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership and a profound commitment to the values and priorities of the Jewish Federation and the broader Seattle Jewish community.

Nominations for this award may be made by anyone – professionals or community members. One award winner will be chosen each year by the Francine R. “Frankie” Loeb Courageous Leadership Award Selection Committee.