Honors & Awards
There are six opportunities to be recognized by the Philadelphia Public Relations Association each year. The Board of Governors, along with a nominating committee, take pride in selecting the most deserving individuals and, in some cases organizations.
The Gold Medal Award, the Fast-Track Award, the Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award, the PRoactive Community Service Award, and the Larry Rubin Award for Best Publicity Stunt or Photo Opportunity are all awarded annually. The highest honor given to a member of the Association is induction into the PPRA Hall of Fame and you can learn about eligibility for this distinguished honor by clicking here.
Nominations are now open for the
2026 ANNUAL AWARDS
Fast Track Award
2026 Nomination Form
Proactive Community Service Award
2026 Nomination Form
Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award
2026 Nomination Form
Larry Rubin Award
2026 Nomination Form
Submit your nominations today!
Hall of Fame
Created in 1972, the Philadelphia Public Relations Association's Hall of Fame recognizes an individual in the Public Relations profession who, by their accomplishments, has brought honor and recognition to both the public relations community and to the Greater Philadelphia region.
Click here for a list of Hall of Fame inductees.
Gold Medal Award
The PPRA Gold Medal Award honors individuals and organizations whose accomplishments have left a lasting impact on our community and brought national recognition to Philadelphia. This is a unique opportunity for the association to spotlight non-members that are deserving.
Click here for a list of past recipients of the Gold Medal Award.
Fast-Track Award
The PPRA Fast-Track Award honors a member of PPRA who has made great contributions to the organization, profession, the community and who exemplifies PPRA's vision for the future.
Click here for a list of past recipients of the Fast-Track Award.
Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award
The Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award is $250 scholarship awarded annually to a college junior or senior who has exhibited outstanding professional promise in the field of public relations, has an excellent academic track record and contributes to their community.
Click here for a list of past recipients of the Dr. Jean Brodey Student Achievement Award.
PRoactive Community Service Award
The PRoactive Community Service Award honors a member of PPRA who dedicates their time to support the betterment of their community and as such, serves as an exemplary model of selfless service.
Click here for a list of past recipients of the PRoactive Community Service Award
Larry Rubin Award for Best publicity stunt or photo opportunity
The PPRA Larry Rubin Award for Best Publicity Stunt or Photo Opportunity honors the legacy of one of PPRA’s brightest minds, the late Larry Rubin, master of the photo opportunity. Larry Rubin shared his secret to success when he told his mentorees, “Put something where it doesn’t belong.” Larry Rubin’s publicity stunts were heralded around the globe for always putting his clients center stage and generating an incredible amount of publicity and recognition.
This award will pay homage to Larry Rubin’s legacy each year when one of PPRA’s members emulates Larry Rubin’s mantra of “putting something where it doesn’t belong.”
