| Ronald Reagan Freedom Award | |
|---|---|
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| Country | United States |
| Established | 1992 |
| First award | 1992 |
| Website | https://www.reaganfoundation.org/programs-events/the-ronald-reagan-freedom-award/  |
 Ribbon of the award | |
TheRonald Reagan Freedom Award is the highest honor bestowed by theRonald Reagan Presidential Foundation.[1] The award is given to "those who have made monumental and lasting contributions to the cause of freedom worldwide."[2]
Until her death, the award was given by former first ladyNancy Reagan on behalf of her husband, who died in June 2004. The award was first given in 1992, by former presidentRonald Reagan himself. In 1994, Nancy Reagan presented the award instead as her husband had been diagnosed withAlzheimer's disease that year and was unable to attend the ceremony.
In order to receive the award, the potential recipient had to "have made monumental and lasting contributions to the cause of freedom worldwide", as well as "embody President Reagan's lifelong belief that one man or woman truly can make a difference".[2]
