Governor’s Volunteer Awards honor those who have made a difference through service across Texas
WHAT:
The nomination deadline for the 39th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards have been extended. Submissions now will close Wednesday, August 10.
The Governor’s Volunteer Awards are administered by OneStar Foundation and are an opportunity for the state of Texas to honor the exemplary service and volunteerism of individuals and organizations making a significant impact in communities across Texas.
Nominations for the awards are open in nine categories:
- Governor’s Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award
- First Lady’s Youth Volunteer Rising Star Award
- Volunteer of the Year Award
- Volunteer Family of the Year Award
- Corporate Volunteering Champion Award
- Service-Learning Champion Award
- Innovation in Volunteerism Award
- Excellence in Disaster Volunteerism Award
- National Service “Make a Difference” Award
WHO:
The general public is asked to submit nominations for individuals and organizations who exemplify service and volunteerism that makes a significant impact in their local community across Texas.
You are permitted to nominate yourself or your organization/company, but all self-nominations will be required to submit a letter of reference or community letter of support. You are also encouraged to submit multiple nominations.
WHERE:
For descriptions of the award categories or to nominate an individual or organization, visit onestarfoundation.org/governors-volunteer-awards.
WHEN:
Nomination deadline is Aug. 10, 2022.
Awardees will be honored during next year’s Global Volunteer Month in April 2023 at an evening reception at the Texas Governor’s Mansion.
For more information visit onestarfoundation.org/governors-volunteer-awards.
