In DevelopmentThe Founding 100 is intended to recognize an inaugural group of especially distinguished leaders associated with the establishment and early development of the Distinguished 1000 initiative.
The Founding 100 is currently in development. Official eligibility standards and selected honorees will be announced following formal CACCC approval.
Please do not publish individual Founding 100 names until CACCC provides the approved list.
1,000 deceased distinguished historical leaders, scientists, innovators, and other influential figures from around the world.
Distinguished living leaders, scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs, humanitarians, and other influential individuals.
November–December 2026 award program recognizing approximately 50–100 selected outstanding individuals.
Official recipients of Distinguished 1000 awards, organized by year and award category.
The inaugural group of especially distinguished honorees, if you decide to formally establish the Founding 100.
Nomination/application information and online nomination form.
Eligibility, evaluation criteria, selection process, committee standards, and recognition policies.