Nancy Putney
Recipient of the Elizabeth Abernathy Hull Award, 2025
Nominated by a member of Huntingdon Valley Garden Club

Nancy Putney has served as a teaching assistant for Upper Dublin School for well over a decade, demonstrating passionate commitment to environmental education. Her work inspires area youth to explore, love, and engage with the natural world through immersive, hands-on experiences. Nancy creates learning opportunities that foster curiosity and develop children's understanding of ecological systems and conservation principles. By connecting students with nature, she helps them recognize the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainable practices. Her dedication has influenced countless young people, providing them with foundational knowledge about the natural world and encouraging them to become responsible environmental citizens who appreciate and protect our planet's precious resources.