The 1995 Society Awards honor the leaders shaping America’s future.
The 1995 Society recognizes exceptional young professionals who advance the classical liberal tradition and strengthen America’s future. These awards celebrate men and women whose leadership, ideas, and service are advancing the liberty movement in their communities, careers, and the broader culture.
What Is the 1995 Society?
The 1995 Society is America’s Future’s premier recognition program honoring rising leaders whose work embodies the values of individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and personal responsibility. Each year, we induct a select group of young professionals who not only contribute meaningfully to advancing classical liberal ideas but also help bring new people into the movement.
Who do we honor?
The 1995 Society gives preference to individuals who:
- Work within the liberty movement or contribute to advancing classical liberal ideas
- Demonstrate leadership, initiative, and measurable impact
What is the Liberty Movement?
The “liberty movement” refers to an ecosystem of organizations, institutions, publications, and individuals dedicated to advancing the principles of classical liberalism, including individual liberty, free markets, limited government, rule of law, free expression, and a vibrant civil society.
This ecosystem spans multiple sectors, including policy research, journalism, education, and grassroots organizing. While many organizations within the liberty movement focus on ideas, policy, or advocacy, none are designed to identify, train, and retain talent over the long term at the early- and mid-career stages.
America’s Future occupies this talent-development and community-building role within this movement.
Be Part of the Class of 1995
The 1995 Society is more than an award. It is a lifelong connection to a community of leaders who believe in freedom, opportunity, and building a freer America. If you know someone who belongs in this distinguished class, we invite you to submit a nomination today.
Nomination guidelines:
- Must be between the ages of 22-40
- Must identify as liberty-minded (embraces the ideas of free markets, limited government, individual liberty, and personal responsibility)
Nominations are currently CLOSED. Winners will be notified by March 15, 2026 and invited to receive their awards at the America’s Future Gala and Awards Showcase on May 28, 2026, in Washington, DC.