Our Awards
The Colleens
Young women of Irish Decent, who are 17 to 22 years of age and at least a High School Junior. Residents of Springfield, East Longmeadow, Hampden, Longmeadow, Ludlow, or Wilbraham are eligible. Residents of other towns may be eligible.
Paul G. Caron Award
The Paul G. Caron Award is presented each year in memory of the founder of the Springfield Colleen Contest to a past or present Committee member, or someone who has contributed greatly to the Greater Springfield Community. The Committee gives this award in memory each year. Paul founded the Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Colleen Contest in 1968.
JOHN & AGNES BURKE AWARD
​This award is presented annually in memory of both John and Agnes Burke for their lifelong commitment and support to their Irish heritage. John and Agnes Burke were active members of the Springfield St. Patrick’s Parade Committee. This award is presented in their honor annually, to an individual(s) who have made outstanding contributions to the Irish people of the City of Springfield.
MARY B. TROY
AWARD
Given to a person or business that is not a member of the Springfield St. Patrick’s Parade Committee that has given outstanding service to the committee. The award honors the late Mary Brigid Troy, who was a longtime member of the Springfield St. Patrick's Parade Committee and contributed many hours of her time selflessly to the committee.