Applications sought for 401(k) Champion Award

With the recent return of 401(k) Day on Friday, applications will open for the third annual 401(k) Champion Award, the only national award that recognizes 401(k) participants who love their 401(k)s.

Three winners will receive cash awards of $1,000 each based on an essay submitted online answering two questions: 1. If you were to advise co-workers on why they should participate in (and/or maximize) their 401(k)s, what would you say? 2. What actions have you taken to inspire non-participants to participate in the 401(k)?

Applications for the award, sponsored by Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers, Inc. and its founder, Julie Jason, are available at 401kchampion.com and must be submitted by Oct. 1. The award is open to all ages 21 or older who currently participate in their 401(k)s.

“A peer-to-peer message from one 401(k) participant to another,” said Jason, “can be more powerful than reading a brochure, attending an employee enrollment session, or trying to navigate an online tool. That’s what this award is all about — inspiring grassroots education and encouragement.”

Jackson, Grant launched the award in 2018 after recognizing that there were no awards focused on 401(k) participants.