Nominate Someone for Service Member of the Year

All of our service members are deserving of special recognition, but do you know of someone worthy of extra thanks?

Military Times is accepting nominations for its Service Member of the Year for 2013. 

The nomination period runs through May 12 and the magazine will accept recommendations from anyone. 

Here are the details on the contest: 

Each year, Military Times honors five "Everyday Heroes" — service members who demonstrate pride, dedication and courage beyond what is expected. These service members show concern for their fellow service members, their community and the country they serve. Many of the candidates are often overlooked and have gone unrecognized. Nominations may be submitted by any of our readers — including parents, fellow service members, supervisors and commanding officers — making this grassroots award unique from any other awards given to members of our Armed Forces.

To be eligible for the award, service members (including active duty, reserve and National Guard) must serve through August of 2013. 

Winners receive a trip to Washington, DC, for a special ceremony, as well as a feature in Military Times. 

The award is sponsored by Fisher House and Operation Home Front. 

Nominate a service member at the Military Times website.