Congratulations to the 2025 Outstanding Citizen – Robert Goldberg-Strassler!
Every Greenbelt resident knows someone who distinguishes themself with exceptional volunteer service, often without the recognition they deserve. Volunteerism is the essence of the Greenbelt community. Since 1973 each Festival includes recognition of that year’s Outstanding Citizen. The Outstanding Citizen is announced during a Friday evening ceremony at the start of the Labor Day Festival. They receive prizes from local businesses, their name goes on a permanent plaque in the Community Center, and they serve as the Labor Day Parade Grand Marshal.
Nominees must be volunteers; elected officials and paid employees are not eligible. If you know someone whose efforts stand out in one or more community organizations, who shows concern for others, and who demonstrates cooperation, enthusiasm, and leadership. Nominations close at the end of July.
Click here to see a list of Outstanding Citizens.
Outstanding Committee Sponsors and Contributors – 2025
Primary Sponsor – Rotary Club
2024 Outstanding Citizen, Cathie Meetre
News Review article, September 5, 2024
2023 Outstanding Citizen, Linda Ivy
2022 Oustanding Citizen Maggie Cahalan, co-founder of CHEARS
Greenbelt News Review Article 9/7/22
2021 Outstanding Citizen, Shaymar Higgs
Shaymar is the founder of The Space in Beltway Plaza Mall.
Greenbelt Labor Day Festival 