The Ohio Department of Veterans Services is seeking nominations for the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The department encourages Ohioans to highlight former service members who continue to demonstrate exemplary service and leadership in their communities.
The deadline to submit nominations is June 1, 2026.
The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame recognizes service members who served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces and who, following their military careers, have made significant contributions through public service, volunteerism, advocacy, professional achievement or philanthropy.
Each year, the Hall of Fame selects up to 20 veterans for induction based on recommendations from the Executive Committee of the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame and with approval from the governor.
The Ohio Department of Veterans Services recommends early submissions to support timely processing and to allow for a complete and thorough review of all eligible nominations.
Organizers encourage Ohioans to nominate veterans who continue to exemplify a strong commitment to service in their post‑military lives. Nominations may also be submitted posthumously to honor veterans whose lasting contributions continue to positively impact our state.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible for consideration, nominees must:
- Be a current or past Ohio resident.
- Have received an honorable discharge.
- Be of good moral character.
Induction into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame is one of the state’s highest honors, recognizing individuals whose achievements extend beyond their military service and reflect a continued dedication to the betterment of Ohio’s communities.
Nomination guidelines, sample materials, and additional information are available on the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Nomination page at ohiovets.gov/nominations. A complete list of current Hall of Fame inductees can be found on the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame website.
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