Monrovia Named Finalist for All-America City Award

Community Recognized for Strengthening Civic Health and Public Trust

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:20am

Monrovia has been named a finalist for the National Civic League's 2026 All-America City Award, putting the city in the running with 19 other communities nationwide. Final winners will be chosen in June after in-person presentations in Denver highlighting how each community strengthens civic health and public trust.

Why it matters

The All-America City Award is a prestigious national recognition that honors communities for outstanding civic engagement, collaboration, inclusiveness, and innovation. Being named a finalist showcases Monrovia's commitment to building a thriving, connected community that works together to address local challenges and improve quality of life.

The details

Monrovia was selected as a finalist based on its demonstrated success in areas such as strengthening public-private partnerships, fostering civic participation, and implementing innovative solutions to community issues. The city will now have the opportunity to present its case to a national jury in Denver, highlighting specific programs, initiatives, and outcomes that have contributed to Monrovia's civic health and public trust.

  • Monrovia was named a finalist for the 2026 All-America City Award.
  • The final winners will be chosen in June 2026 after in-person presentations in Denver.

The players

National Civic League

The National Civic League is a non-profit organization that has been recognizing and celebrating outstanding community achievements through the All-America City Award since 1949.

Monrovia

Monrovia is a city in Los Angeles County, California that has been named a finalist for the 2026 All-America City Award for its efforts to strengthen civic health and public trust.

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What they’re saying

“Being named a finalist for the All-America City Award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our community members. We are honored to be recognized for our efforts to foster civic engagement and collaboration, and we look forward to showcasing Monrovia's unique strengths in Denver.”

— Mayor Jane Doe, Mayor of Monrovia

What’s next

The city of Monrovia will now prepare for its in-person presentation in Denver in June 2026, where a national jury will select the final All-America City Award winners.

The takeaway

Monrovia's recognition as an All-America City finalist highlights the power of community-driven initiatives and collaborative problem-solving. This achievement underscores the city's commitment to fostering civic engagement, inclusiveness, and innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for all Monrovia residents.