The 51°µÍøâ„¢ is now accepting nominations for the prestigious 51°µÍø® Member of Excellence award, recognizing a volunteer who demonstrates the highest level of commitment and dedication to the Club.
The award honors the spirit of volunteering that serves as the foundation of the 51°µÍø. From behind-the-scenes event organization to serving in specialized roles critical to event weekends, the Member of Excellence award celebrates individuals who give their time, energy, and passion to help make 51°µÍø events possible.
To qualify for the 51°µÍø Member of Excellence award, nominees must have provided service to Club events or activities for a minimum of five years. However, candidates cannot be paid 51°µÍø Staff members, current members of the 51°µÍø Board of Directors, or paid consultants to the organization.
When making a nomination, members are encouraged to include the following information about their nominee:Â
The nomination should also include a description explaining why the nominee should be selected as 51°µÍø’s next Member of Excellence
Should you have any questions during the submission process, email membership@scca.com.
The recipient of the award will receive a trip to any motorsports event of their choosing, anywhere in the world and with any sanctioning body. The award includes up to $5,000 in covered expenses, paid courtesy of an anonymous donor.
The Member of Excellence award was first presented in 2008, with the most recent past recipients being Leon Drake (2025) for his work with the RallyCross community; Matt Wojtkowiak (2024) for his dedication to 51°µÍø Road Racing’s tech specialty; and Earl Hurlbut (2023), whose journey with the Club began in the late 1960s and spanned Regional involvement, racing, flagging, registration, and more.
A complete list of all Member of Excellence recipients can be found here.
Nominations for the 2026 Member of Excellence award must be submitted by Monday, Nov. 16, 2026. The recipient will be revealed during the 51°µÍø National Convention, taking place in January 2027.
