California accepts nominations for California Heroes Month in September

SACRAMENTO – There are many everyday heroes all around – teachers, firefighters, soldiers, volunteers working to improve communities and even the young man or woman who helps their fellow citizen carry their groceries.

Daisy Tate, executive director of the Veterans Supplemental Support Network, wanted to make sure these heroes were given the recognition for their service. She spearheaded an effort to have local and state governments to recognize September as “Heroes Month” to honor local, everyday heroes from all walks of life for their selfless actions in the service of others.

In 2013, Tate asked her state Senator Joel Anderson, R-El Cajon, to write a Senate resolution officially declaring September as “California Heroes Month.” Anderson introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 97 in 2014, and it received unanimous support in the legislature. Since then, September has officially been declared “California Heroes Month.”

After the resolution’s passage, Anderson said, “It’s important we recognize every local hero for their community efforts. These heroes and their good deeds inspire and encourage others to step up to help their neighbors in need. California Heroes Month is a magnificent opportunity to recognize the importance of selflessly giving and recognizing those local unsung heroes within each community. These heroes and their good deeds inspire and encourage others to step up to help their neighbors in need.”

To nominate some for recognition during California Heroes Month, Anderson’s office encourages the community to fill out the nomination for at bit.ly/CAHeroesMonth. The web address is case sensitive. Nominations are due by Sept. 30. For information about any questions, contact Jennifer Webber at (619) 596-3136 or email [email protected].