Montgomery County Women's History Month

Montgomery County Women Making History Award

The Montgomery County Women Making History Award is an annual recognition established by the Montgomery County Commission for Women in collaboration with Montgomery Women. Launched in 2021, the award honors outstanding women who have made significant contributions to their professions and communities within Montgomery County, Maryland. Each year, during Women's History Month in March, honorees are celebrated for their exceptional leadership, dedication, and impact in areas such as civic engagement, professional excellence, and social change. Past honorees include trailblazers such as Lt. Governor Aruna Miller, Maryland Secretary of State Susan Lee, and community leaders like Effie Macklin, Kathy Stevens, and Carrie Fox. The award aims to inspire and empower others by highlighting the achievements of these remarkable women. Read about the 2025 honorees. For a list of previous honorees, please visit the list of previous honorees page. Do you know an inspiring woman? Stay tuned for our nomination announcement in the fall!