John Wanamaker Athletic Awards
Given to an athlete, team or organization reflecting credit on Philadelphia.
The John Wanamaker Athletic Award has been presented since 1961 to the athlete, team or organization that has done the most to reflect credit upon Philadelphia and to the team or sport in which they excel.
John Wanamaker Athletic Award
| 2023, Jalen Hurts, Jason Kelce | 2022, Andre Blake | 2021, Carli Lloyd |
| Philadelphia Eagles | Philadelphia Union Goalkeeper | Two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup™ champion |
| 2019, Fran Dunphy | 2018, Philadelphia Eagles | 2017, Dawn Staley |
| Head Coach, Temple University Men’s Basketball | Super Bowl Champions | Temple basketball legend |
| 2016, Villanova Wildcats | 2015, Taney Dragons | 2014, LeSean McCoy |
| NCAA Men’s Basketball Champions | Little League World Series Team | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 2013, Bernard Hopkins | 2012, Claude Giroux | 2011, Roy Halladay, Pitcher |
| Boxer | Philadelphia Flyers | Philadelphia Phillies |
| 2010, Villanova University Football Team | 2009, Philadelphia Phillies | 2008, Jimmy Rollins, Shortstop |
| 2010 FCS National Champions | 2008 World Series Champions | Philadelphia Phillies |
| 2007, Ryan Howard | 2005, Dawn Staley | 2003, Villanova Women’s Basketball Team |
| 2002, Donovan McNabb, Quarterback | 2001, Philadelphia 76ers | 1999, Philadelphia Phantoms |
| 1997, Dawn Staley, David Reid & Michael Matz Philadelphia Olympians | 1995, University of Pennsylvania Men’s Football & Basketball Teams | 1994, Philadelphia Phillies National League Champions |
| 1993, Reggie White, Defensive End Philadelphia Eagles | 1992, Charles Barkley, Forward Philadelphia 76ers | 1991, Lionel Simmons, Forward LaSalle University basketball |
| 1985, Villanova University, Basketball Team NCAA Champions | 1984, Moses Malone, Center Philadelphia 76ers | 1983, Steve Carlton, Pitcher Philadelphia Phillies |
| 1982, Widener College, Football Team Division III Champions | 1981, Philadelphia Phillies 1980 World Series Champions | 1980, Flyers & 76ers Flyers/Stanley Cup Finals, 76ers/NBA Finals |
| 1979, Bill Bergey, All-Pro Linebacker Philadelphia Eagles | 1978, Julius Erving, Forward Philadelphia 76ers | 1977, Mike Schmidt, Third Baseman Philadelphia Phillies |
| 1976, Fred Shero, Coach Philadelphia Flyers | 1975, Bernie Parent, Goalie Philadelphia Flyers | 1974, Bobby Clarke and The Philadelphia Flyers |
| 1973, Steve Carlton, Pitcher Philadelphia Phillies | 1972, University of Pennsylvania Basketball Team, Ivy League & Big Five Title Winners | 1971, Joe Frazier Heavyweight Boxing champion |
| 1970, William Hyndman, III Amateur Golfer | 1969, Jumbo Elliott, Head Track Coach Villanova University | 1968, Joe Frazier Heavyweight Boxing champion |
| 1967, Wilt Chamberlain, Center Philadelphia 76ers | 1966, Pete Retzlaff, Tight End Philadelphia Eagles | 1965, The Vesper Boat Club Olympic Champions |
| 1964, Gene Mauch, Manager Philadelphia Phillies | 1963, John E. Wideman, Captain, Basketball Team University of Pennsylvania | 1962, Frank Budd, Track Star Villanova University |
| 1961, Chuck Bednarik, Center and Linebacker Philadelphia Eagles |
Robert P. Levy Community Service Award
The Robert P. Levy Community Service Award is presented to the individual, business, or organization which has done the most to contribute to the quality of life in Philadelphia through sports.
2023, Safe-Hub Philadelphia | 2022, Anderson Monarchs | 2021, Natasha Cloud, WNBA Washington Mystics guard and social justice advocate |
| 2019, Give and Go Athletics | 2018, Beat The Streets | 2017, Team Up Philly |
| 2016, Philadelphia City Rowing | 2015, Special Olympics Philadelphia | 2014, Black Women in Sport Foundation |
| 2013, Back on My Feet | 2012, Jerry Segal | 2011, Eagles Youth Partnership |
| 2010, SquashSmarts | 2009, Temple University football | 2008, Andy Talley, Villanova football |
| 2007, Work to Ride | 2006, Afleet and Alex’s Lemonade Stand | 2005, World B. Free |
| 2004, Coaches vs. Cancer | 2003, Philadelphia Phillies | 2002, Joe Hand Boxing Gym |
| 2001, PDR Swim Team | 2000, Pat Croce | 1999, Philadelphia Youth Tennis |
| 1998, Police Athletic League | 1997, Sonny Hill | 1996, The Flyers’ Wives Fight for Lives |
Sports Volunteer of the Year Award
The City of Philadelphia’s Parks & Recreation Department, Sports Volunteer of the Year Award is presented annually to the “men and women in our community whose exemplary volunteer efforts have made a real difference in the lives of our City’s young people through sports.”
2023, Foday Turay | 2022, Coach Cliff Smith* | 2019, Andrew and Connie Crews |
| 2018, Kensington Soccer Club | 2017, Wayne “Coach Wiz” Allen | 2016, Rahim Thompson |
| 2015, Don Richardson | 2014, Ruth Bull | 2013, Yolanda Laney |
| 2012, Katie Kirlin Fund |
*Awarded posthumously
David P. Montgomery Lifetime Achievement Award Winners
The David P. Montgomery Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an individual for a lifetime spent making the world a better place through sports.
| 2023, Don DiJulia | 2022, Dr. Nikki Franke | 2019, David Montgomery |
| 2017, John Chaney | 2014, Tina Sloan-Green | 2012, Ed Snider |
| 2007, Herb Magee | 2003, Bob Levy | 2002, Harry Kalas |
| 2000, Jim Tuppeny |