Pennsylvania Anna Malia Ruddy Award

 The Anna Malia Ruddy award is presented by the LAOH PA State board at the biennial state convention.  Anna Malia Ruddy, a Pennsylvanian, was the first National LAOH president.

 This prestigious honor is bestowed on one woman who exemplifies the true Hibernian spirit.  Her outstanding accomplishments and achievements within the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians as well as to her community are recognized.

 Applications are sent to all County and Division LAOH Presidents in January of the state convention year (odd numbered years), along with the candidate qualification form.  Responses are due by mid-March of the same year.  Nominees are voted on by the State Board with the award presented at the State convention.  At this time, current state board members and appointees are not eligible for consideration.

Previous recipients: 

Anna Malia Ruddy Award Criteria

Include a cover sheet with the following information:

 v     Name of nominee

v     Address

v     Telephone number

v     Division name/number/county

Nominated by

v     Address

v     Phone

Include the following information on the qualification form(s)/application:

v     Nominee

v     Nominated by

Qualifications:

v     Date of membership in LAOH

v     Offices held

v     Accomplishments through Catholic Action

v     Services rendered through community / civic activities

v     Comments – exemplify and promote Hibernian spirit