Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken has been recognized nationally as the public service honoree for the 2026 Excellence in Mentoring awards by Mentor, a national nonprofit organization that champions youth mentoring.
The organization recognizes mentoring leaders across the United States who go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of young people.
According to a statement from the city of Sioux Falls, Mentor cited TenHaken’s “profound influence in the mentoring field,” noting his direct and indirect impact on young people who benefit from the presence of a caring mentor…