For the Leaders Who Keep District Finances on Track.
Behind every sound financial decision is a leader helping schools stay on track.
Nominate a CFO, Chief Business Official or Finance Director who deserves to be celebrated.
Celebrating the leaders behind school finance
From managing competing priorities to guiding district-wide finances, these leaders carry enormous responsibility. This award recognizes the dedication behind that work.
A big thank you comes with big recognition.
The K-12 District Finance Hero will receive:
- $1,000 donation in their name to a school or district fund, or registered charity of their choice
- School Finance Heroes trophy
- Winner spotlight on our blog and social media
- Recognition and exclusive opportunities to celebrate your achievement
Fill out the form below and tell us what makes your nominee stand out. KEV Group’s internal executive team will review every nomination and select the winners based on their stories and impact.
Not sure where to start? Ask yourself:
- Who keeps the budget on track when priorities compete?
- Who walks into board meetings ready for anything?
- Who gets the district through audit season without surprises?
Know a District Finance Hero who deserves the spotlight?
Whether it’s a colleague guiding important district decisions or your own work in school finance, we want to hear the story.
Self-nominations welcome | Nominations close December 11. 2026
Questions? Email us at mktg@kevgroup.com
*No purchase necessary. Open to current employees of K-12 schools and school districts in the United States and Canada who are the age of majority where they live. KEV Group employees, affiliates, agencies, prize suppliers and judges, and their immediate family and household members, are not eligible. Winners are chosen by KEV Group judging panel and executive team using the criteria in the Official Rules, and will be notified by email. Finalists and winners may be featured in KEV Group marketing with their consent. KEV Group will confirm with each finalist before sharing their name, photo or story. Prizes have no cash alternative. Winners must confirm that accepting a prize complies with their employer’s policies and obtain any required employer approval before a prize is awarded. Void where prohibited. See the Official Rules for full details.