Past Recipients
A source of inspiration.
2009
» Jenni Ricci, National Service Volunteer
» Steven Hurd, Excellence in Volunteer Administration
» Jackie Ayotte, Outstanding Volunteer in a Public Sector Volunteer Program
» Heidi Bowden, Volunteer of the Year
» Hannaford, Corporate Volunteerism Award
» TREKKERS, Non-Profit Award
» Bayside Supermarket, Small Business Volunteerism Award
» James Knight, Youth Volunteer of the Year Award
2008
» Irene Diffin, National Service Volunteer
» Cynthia Smith, Excellence in Volunteer Administration
» Tina McLaughlin, Outstanding Volunteer in a Public Sector Volunteer Program
» Anne Pringle, Volunteer of the Year
» LL bean, Corporate Volunteerism Award
» Trans-Tech, Small Business Volunteerism Award
Governor's Volunteer Service Awards
Citizens who serve in their communities as volunteers contribute to the strength and vitality of every Maine town and city. They keep our neighborhoods safe, mentor our children, provide essential services to the needy, and comfort the elderly.
For the past twenty-two years, the Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards have celebrated and recognized the exemplary work of Maine’s most dedicated citizens. This award program, administered jointly by the Maine Commission for Community Service and the Governor’s Office, recognizes and honors the valuable contributions of Maine’s extraordinary volunteers while inspiring others to follow their example.
The nomination period opens in the fall and the ceremony takes place during National Volunteer Week in mid April.
Awards Catagories for Groups or Organizations
Small Business Volunteerism Award
Recognizes a small business (fewer than 100 employees) that participates
in the community through volunteerism and community service projects having a significant impact on local residents.
Corporate Volunteerism Award
Recognizes a corporation (more than 100 employees) that demonstrates
volunteer leadership and/or whose employees’ volunteer service
significantly improves the quality of life in the community.
Maine’s Outstanding Non-Profit Award
Recognizes a non-profit organization (501(c)3), municipality, or government program that has made significant changes
and improvements in the condition of the community as a result of their volunteer service.
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Award Catagories for Individuals
Volunteer of the Year
Recognizes an individual who has provided significant service to his/her community
through volunteerism and serves as a role model to the people in his/her
community.
Youth Volunteer of the Year
Recognizes an individual under the age of 20 who has contributed to
the life of someone in his/her community or to the improvement of the community through volunteer efforts.
National Service Volunteer Award
Recognizes an individual who has demonstrated outstanding commitment and
service over and above the requirements of their routine service assignments
as a Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, *VISTA or Learn and Serve participant.
Outstanding Volunteer in a Public Sector Volunteer Program
Recognizes an individual volunteering under the auspices of a public
agency (state, county, regional, municipal, or federal*).
The recipient will demonstrate effectiveness, commitment and significant
contributions
to meeting a local or statewide need. *Federal agency must be one other than the Corporation
for National and Community Service.
Excellence in Volunteer Administration
Recognizes excellence in leadership of volunteers and administration of a volunteer
program by a salaried or nonsalaried professional who works with volunteers
to provide service to others.
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Roll of Honor
Maine is fortunate to have hundreds of citizens who dedicate their time and energy to helping others on a regular basis. The Roll of Honor recognizes volunteers who donate 500 hours of documented service to the community during the past twelve months (Jan.-Dec. preceding nomination deadline).