In recognition of our members’ achievements and involvement, PPA presents several prestigious awards to deserving members each year. The recipients are usually selected in the Fall and the awards are presented during the PPA 2026 Annual Conference being held Feb. 20-22, 2026 in Harrisburg, PA.
NOMINATIONS DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
(Preceptor of the year nominations due Nov. 10th)
Nominators: please provide full details in your nomination as this information is what the committee utilizes to select winner.
PPA Award Categories:
Bowl of Hygeia Award
Sponsored by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Foundation and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) with support from Boehringer-Ingelheim. Granted to recognize and honor a Pennsylvania pharmacist who has demonstrated sustained commitment to community service, apart from his/her specific identification as a pharmacist, which reflects well on the profession of pharmacy.
PPA Pharmacist of the Year Award
Presented to a pharmacist who has demonstrated dedication to the profession of pharmacy, contributed time and effort to the various professional organizations, furthered the profession of pharmacy through community service and embodied those qualities of attitude and leadership which exemplified the profession.
Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Companies “Distinguished Young Pharmacist” Award
Recognizes a new pharmacist for their dedication to and participation in PPA, commitment to the practice of pharmacy, and involvement in community activities.
Excellence in Innovation Award
Recognizes a pharmacist who is involved in an innovative pharmacy practice resulting in improved patient care.
Pauline Montgomery Leadership Award sponsored by Value Drug Company
Presented to a female independent owner, manager, or employee of an independent pharmacy who is part of Value Drug Company and who demonstrates leadership in all of the following areas: pharmacy, politics/advocacy, and community.
PPA Advocacy Champion of the Year
Presented to the pharmacist who has contributed the most to pharmacy in Pennsylvania through his/her work in legislative activities and advocacy.
PPA Affiliated County Members of the Year *
Presented to an individual who has shown outstanding devotion and service to PPA, and his/her own county or local association, and for outstanding community service which has enhanced the image of the profession of pharmacy within his/her community.
PPA Pharmacy Technician of the Year Award*
Presented to an individual who has at least 2 years of experience working as a pharmacy technician in any pharmacy setting, who has demonstrated a professional attitude at their place of employment, and who has shown leadership in the training of their technicians in their practice settings.
PPA Preceptor of the Year Award
Recognizes a preceptor who demonstrates outstanding interaction, knowledge sharing, and is generally an exceptional pharmacy role model for students.
Deadline: Nov. 10, 2025
Awards presented every 3 years; next cycle is 2027
Ten Under Ten Awards
Awards were presented in 2024
Recognizes the top ten pharmacists practicing for less than ten years that demonstrate commitment to advancing the profession, involvement in PPA and other pharmacy associations, and/or service to their community. Individuals must have graduated in 2013 and up to be considered for this award.
*these awards may also be presented to a non-pharmacist
Sunset Awards:
Cardinal Health Generation Rx Champions Award sponsored by the Cardinal Health Foundation
J. Allen Duffield Pharmaceutical Industry Award*
Board of Directors Selected Awards:
PPA Mortar and Pestle Award*
This award is one of special recognition presented solely at the discretion of the PPA Board of Directors which recognizes service to the pharmacy profession and PPA.
PPA Legislator of the Year Award*
Presented at the sole discretion of the PPA Board of Directors to an elected member of the Pennsylvania legislature who has demonstrated legislative leadership and support of the pharmacy profession.
