July 24, 2023

LEAD Award Deadline Aug. 4

Applications Due Aug. 4, 2023

The Mayor Ann C. Deatherage “Leadership Enrichment And Development” (LEAD) scholarship award recognizes a Kentucky mayor whose leadership demonstrates a passion for local public service and commitment to lifelong learning. The winner receives financial assistance to KLC conferences and learning events, including a full registration to the 2023 KLC & Conference & Expo, Sept. 19-22 in Lexington!

The award is specifically designed to benefit cities that have a limited education/training budget. 

Learn more about the origins of the LEAD Award and the mayor it memorializes

Applications for the 2023 LEAD Award may be submitted here.

KLC Cornerstone Partner Enterprise Fleet Management sponsors the award.