Hampton named Cities United City Award winner for youth-focused work
October 01, 2026 | Hampton, Hampton County, South Carolina
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Mayor Tuck announced that Hampton was selected by Cities United to receive this year’s Cities United City Award, an honor recognizing innovative partner cities that model work to create “safe, healthy, and hopeful communities for Black young men and boys.”
The mayor said the award was presented during the founders award ceremony, which began in 2019, and noted the recognition reflects the city’s ongoing leadership and partnership with organizations including the National League of Cities. Council members and staff in attendance acknowledged the award as a point of civic pride.
The announcement was made as part of opening remarks; the council did not take a separate vote on the recognition at the meeting. Mayor Tuck framed the award as validation of local programs and partnerships aimed at supporting young people in Hampton.
The mayor said the award was presented during the founders award ceremony, which began in 2019, and noted the recognition reflects the city’s ongoing leadership and partnership with organizations including the National League of Cities. Council members and staff in attendance acknowledged the award as a point of civic pride.
The announcement was made as part of opening remarks; the council did not take a separate vote on the recognition at the meeting. Mayor Tuck framed the award as validation of local programs and partnerships aimed at supporting young people in Hampton.
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