“Honor Through Service, Strength Through Community”
A Community Recognition from Srathdale Fantasy Renaissance Faire
What It Is
The Noble Order of the Ivy recognizes individuals in our community who dedicate themselves to uplifting others, charity work, and building inclusive spaces. This is a community honor - not a Faire volunteer award, not a title to flaunt. Just recognition for quiet heroes who make our world more livable.
The Faire hosts this recognition. The work happens out there, in the real world.
Eligibility
Reside in or serve the local community
Embody Faire values: inclusivity, accessibility, anti-bullying, mutual aid
Anyone can be nominated. Faire participants are eligible, but no preference is given.
The Pillars
Nominees must demonstrate sustained commitment to (at least two):
Community Uplifting – mentorship, mutual aid, neighborhood support, conflict resolution
Charitable Service – food drives, fundraising, volunteer coordination, nonprofit work
Youth Empowerment – teaching, coaching, youth programs
Crisis Response – disaster relief, emergency housing, harm reduction
Nomination
Open: All year
Submit to the Faire Board via email with:
Nominee's name and contact
Description of their work (300 words or more)
1-2 specific examples
One witness who can corroborate
Self-nominations accepted.
Selection
The Faire Board decides.
Reviews nominations all year
Simple majority vote required
Previous Knights vote once there are 5+ Knights in the Order
1-3 Knights inducted annually. Quality over quantity. No inductees is acceptable if the field isn't right.
The Award
Induction - Simple ceremony - could be on opening weekend, on closing day, or a quiet moment in between. No fixed location.
That's it. Photos if they want. Privacy if they don't.
Ongoing Recognition
Name added to the **Ivy Wall** at Faire grounds (if they consent)
Complimentary Faire season pass for Knight and immediate family
Ivy Pavilion (once we have room) access during Faire (private rest tent)
Invitation to process in the opening or closing parade (optional)
Invitation to future nomination votes (once 5+ Knights exist)
No obligations. No meetings to attend. The title doesn't expire.
Faire Integration
Mentioned in both handbooks as a community honor. Knights may wear a medallion or a crest badge at Faire if they wish. Performers acknowledge them if recognized, respect their privacy if not.
Revocation or denial
Examples for removal: hate crimes, violence, or using the title for fraud. Reviewed by the Board.
Questions? Contact the Faire Board at JLCallahan79@gmail.com
