Neil J. Houston, Jr. Memorial Award

In 1981, Justice Assistance initiated an annual award to honor individuals who have demonstrated dedication, service and citizen contributions to the justice profession and the public interest. Since 1988, Justice Assistance has been proud to name the award after Neil J. Houston, Jr. as a memorial to his outstanding achievements in the justice and philanthropic fields.

Remembering Neil J. Houston
Scholar, Athlete, Justice Reformer & Philanthropist

To make a nomination for this prestigious award please click the button below. Complete the form in its entirety and remit to Justice Assistance.

2023 Recipients

Patricia A. Coyne-Fague

Director, Department Public Works
City Of Providence

Chief Of Police
Hopkinton Police Department

David S. Palmer

U.S. District Court
District of Rhode Island

Judge William E. Smith

Raymond Two Hawks Watson

CEO/ Founder
Providence Cultural Initiative