Forward Fest 2025 Honorees

From local neighborhoods to statewide initiatives, inspiring leaders across New Hampshire are proving that progress is possible when young and working age voices step up to lead. Nine honorees will be celebrated at  Forward Fest , including community leaders, advocates, parents, nonprofits, School Board members, and State Representatives. Forward Fest honors the everyday act of stepping up, listening, and making a difference where you are.

  • State Rep. David Paige

    State Representative
    Carroll, District 1

  • MomsRising

    MacKenzie Nicholson and Nancy Glynn

  • Grace Kindeke

    Director of Projects
    NH Center for Justice and Equity

  • Heidi Carrington Heath

    Executive Director
    New Hampshire Outright

  • The NH Mutual Aid Relief Fund

    NH based mutual aid organization

  • Rosie Emrich

    Community leader, advocate, therapist, and mom

  • State Rep. Ali Murray

    State Representative, Hillsborough District 20

  • Crow Bonnema

    Advocate, student, and artist

  • 50501 NH

    NH based grassroots movement

  • Carrie Neill

    Vice Chair, Barrington School Board