United Way Hands On Savannah invites you to nominate an outstanding volunteer(s) for its 36th annual Volunteer Recognition Awards. This is your opportunity to thank notable volunteer(s) and recognize their contributions to the community. The Recognition Award nomination form can be found here and may be returned to our office between now and MARCH 15, 2010.

A panel of community leaders will select a winner and a finalist in each category. These individuals will be recognized and results will be announced on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, during a luncheon at Savannah Station.  Adult, Youth and Group winners and finalists will receive plaques honoring their contribution to the spirit of volunteerism.  The categories are:

- Adult (Individual)

- Youth (Individual 17 years or younger)

- Adult Group (Three or more volunteers)

- Youth Group (Three or more volunteers 17 years or younger)

The Herschel V. Jenkins Volunteer of the Year Award (The Herschel V. Jenkins Award will be selected from winners in the above categories and the winner will receive an engraved plaque and winner’s non-profit agency will be awarded $1000.00)

A $500.00 scholarship grant will be presented to the Individual Youth Winner and a $250.00 scholarship grant will be presented to the Individual Youth Finalist.

The Anne Moy Education Award will be presented to an individual or group for outstanding service and dedication in the field of education.

Nominees will be notified by letter and will be invited to the luncheon as guests of United Way. Nominators will also receive a letter from our office with additional information about the awards event.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE NOMINATION FORM.

Sincerely,

Shirley Sessions

Director, Hands On Savannah

United Way of the Coastal Empire

428 Bull Street

Savannah, GA 31401

FAX: 912.651.7724

EMAIL: shirleys@uwce.org