Each year, NAVPLG proudly honors the outstanding people, programs, and agencies that are advancing the field of volunteer engagement in government across the nation. The NAVPLG Achievement Awards celebrate the visionaries, collaborators, innovators, and public champions who demonstrate the powerful impact of volunteerism in public service.
Now is the time to highlight the outstanding work being done in your agency or community. Whether it’s a seasoned professional, a promising new leader, a collaborative initiative, or a forward-thinking program, we want to hear about the efforts that are shaping the future of civic engagement.
Award Categories Include:
Individual Awards
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Honoring a career dedicated to advancing volunteer engagement in government.
- New Volunteer Professional Award: Recognizing rising leaders with 3–5 years of experience.
- Outstanding Volunteer Professional Award: Celebrating experienced professionals who exemplify NAVPLG’s core pillars.
- Outstanding Public Official Award: Acknowledging elected or appointed officials who are champions for volunteerism.
- Community Engagement Excellence Award: For agencies excelling in volunteer-led community impact.
- Innovative Program Award: Highlighting creative, results-driven volunteer initiatives.
- Community Collaboration Award: Celebrating impactful partnerships that leverage volunteerism for the public good.
- Celebrate impact and raise the visibility of your work.
- Inspire others in the NAVPLG network with stories of success and innovation
- Honor those who have gone above and beyond in supporting volunteerism in government.
Submit nominations by August 15, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific)
Let’s lift the individuals and programs that are moving our profession forward. Submit your nomination today and help NAVPLG shine a light on excellence in public service volunteerism!
For questions, contact us at awards@navplg.org.