THE PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD

In 2003, the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the President’s Volunteer Service Award to recognize the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too. The PVSA has continued under each administration, honoring the volunteers who are using their time and talents to solve some of the toughest challenges facing our nation. Led by AmeriCorps and managed in partnership with Points of Light (HandsOn NWNC is a part of their Global Affiliate network), the PVSA recognizes United States citizens and lawful permanent residents of the United States who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12- month time period. Congratulations to the following Governor’s Awards nominees who have also received one of these national awards.

Lifetime Achievement: Hal Garrison, Amatullah Saleem, and Claudette Weston

Gold: American Heritage Girls Troop NC 0608, Abrea Armstrong, Carolyn Britt, Theresa Bryant, Logan Chidester, Jayne Danner, Marilyn Ingram, Wanda Motsigner, Debbie Newell, David Pounds, and Susan Robinson

Silver: Charmon Baker, Frank Allen Beasley, Ida Lynn Blumenthal, Don Roberson, and the State Employees Credit Union

Bronze:Donna Cowden, Marilyn Hedgpeth, Landmark Builders, Morgan Reitzel, Shelton Stafford, and Cynthia Williams