Washington, D.C. — The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the 10 winners of the 39th annual NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Since 1987, these awards have recognized radio stations for their exceptional year-round commitment to community service. Recipients were chosen from 50 previously announced finalists.
The finalists were honored and the winners were announced at the 2026 NAB State Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., where more than 500 broadcasters from across the country gathered to advocate for local stations’ policy priorities.
The winners were chosen by a panel of judges representing the broadcast industry, community service organizations and public relations firms.
2026 NAB Crystal Radio Award winners:
A group photo of this year's winners is available here.
The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at nab.org.
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