The William Zola Award for Community Excellence is presented annually by MongoDB to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the community, following the philosophy of William Zola, a Lead Technical Services engineer who passed away unexpectedly. The award aims to honor those whose support contributions make a difference globally. Nominations are now open until November 1st, 2015, and will be accepted through a dedicated form. The winner will receive a $1,000 Amazon Gift Card, a complimentary hotel stay during the MongoDB Silicon Valley event, and an opportunity to contribute to the community by sharing their ideas and experience on various platforms. The award is chosen based on a combination of user votes and contributions made to the community, with the selection process concluding by November 8th.