Nominations Are Open

It's that time of year when we come together to celebrate the remarkable spirit of volunteerism that thrives in our community. The 45th Annual Volunteer Spirit Awards is just around the corner, and we're excited to announce that nominations are now open!

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Join us in celebrating and recognizing the outstanding volunteers who make a difference on Friday, April 11, 2025 during National Volunteer Month! Submit your nominations today, and together let's honor the incredible unsung heroes who uplift our community!

Award Categories

Nomination Deadline - Friday, November 15, 2024

Education & Literacy Award

Honors volunteers dedicated to education and literacy through activities including, but not limited to, tutoring, adult literacy, library-based initiatives, early childhood education, and intergenerational programs.

Going Green Award

Honors volunteers who work to protect and beautify our environment and natural surroundings, mitigate the effects of climate change, advocate for the preservation of our planet and strive to instill these values for our community.

Quality of Life Award

Honors volunteers who work to improve the quality of life in the following areas, including, but not limited to, working to reduce illness, homelessness, and poverty or assisting individuals with disabilities, older adults, and veterans, as well as people with substance use disorder or mental illness.

Social Advocacy Award

Honors volunteers who advocate for and support the righting of injustice in our community in areas such as, but not limited to, human rights, domestic violence, housing, and income inequality.

Resiliency Award

Honors volunteers whose service for a cause or nonprofit has helped them overcome adversity, such as, but not limited to, illness, intellectual or physical challenges, homelessness, incarceration, or another life-changing event.

Youth Leadership Award

Honors middle school and high school volunteers who exhibit outstanding volunteer service for a cause or nonprofit.

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Nomination Workshop

To assist and guide you, we're thrilled to offer a Nomination Workshop on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 12:00 PM. Hosted via Zoom, this workshop is designed to provide insights, tips, and hands-on assistance to make your nomination stand out.

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