Nominate Extraordinary Volunteers Today!
We honor those who serve by recognizing individuals, businesses and nonprofits who make a difference in our community.
Join us at the biggest volunteer recognition event in New Jersey and Greater Philadelphia region. This year's event is Wednesday, October 23rd, 2019. Dinner and networking, followed by an awards celebration.
Interested in Sponsorship?
Contact Michele at 856-415-9084.
AWARD CATEGORIES
COMMUNITY AWARDS
These awards can be nominated by individuals and any organization type (nonprofit or business). Volunteer hours/service MUST be verified by those organizations, where the nominee served.
VCSJ AWARDS
The final recipient of each of the four awards listed below is selected by the Volunteer Center’s judging committee. There is no minimum hour requirement.
President’s Volunteer Service Award
These awards offered at the bronze, silver, gold and lifetime level – recognize the valuable contributions of volunteers nationwide who are answering the U.S. President’s call to serve others. Recipients receive a signed letter from the President, a service pin, and letters of commendation from local political offices. Minimum age is 5. Yes, kids can earn these awards too!
The certificate and pin package is awarded and registered with the Corporation for National Community Service.
Volunteer Manager of the Year
This honor recognizes achievement in the creation, implementation and leadership of an effective volunteer program to meet social need.
Volunteer of the Year
This award provides a public platform for local nonprofits to recognize a volunteer who has made an outstanding contribution in their agency. Nominate a volunteer here.
H.E.R.O.E.S Award
Honoring Excellence, Rewarding Outstanding Employee Service – This award offers local corporations and small businesses a platform to celebrate a “star employee” who has dedicated time, talent and resources to making a difference in the local community and whose unwavering commitment has served as an example and inspiration to the entire organization. Nominate a volunteer here.
South Jersey Humanitarian of the Year
Honors a leader who has consistently gone above and beyond to make his/her community a better place through their commitment to volunteerism and selfless acts of service. Nominate a volunteer here.
Distinguished Youth Service Award
This award recognizes community leaders between the ages of 14 and 23 who have made a great impact in the community. Nominate a volunteer here.
Corporate Excellence Award
This award honors a socially responsible company with an exemplary commitment to service in their community. Nominate a business here.
Bob Shyrock Community Service Award
This award is bestowed to a local non-profit organization that has shown unwavering commitment to volunteerism and the community. Nominate a volunteer here.
