NORTHBOROUGH, MASS.| The IWLCA announced  Ella Clifford of Young Harris College as the 2026 IWLCA Community Awareness Individual Award Winner for Division II.

Ella Clifford, a senior Psychology and Sports and Recreation Studies major at Young Harris College, has earned the Division II Community Awareness Award for her outstanding dedication to service and involvement both on campus and throughout her local community.Clifford's commitment to making a positive impact was demonstrated through a variety of initiatives, including volunteering with a local animal shelter where she assisted with walking and caring for animals, cleaning kennels, and organizing donations. She also helped bring community events to life by serving as a volunteer at Fall Fest, where she assisted with a haunted house experience for attendees at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, and supported campus events through setup and preparation efforts.

In addition, Clifford contributed to Young Harris Athletics by working athletic events, managing statistics, and operating scoreboards.

This award is a great honor for Clifford, showcasing her ability to make a true difference on and off the field.