Recognize Outstanding Volunteers
The Governor’s Volunteer Recognition Certificate honors exceptional individuals and groups whose volunteer service strengthens Nevada communities. Nominations are accepted year-round, and eligible volunteers receive official recognition for their outstanding commitment to service.
This ongoing certificate process in an avenue for nonprofits, governmental agencies, and faith-based agencies to apply for recognition form the Governor’s Office on behalf of exemplary volunteers that meet that criteria. Please contact Nevada Volunteers with questions at (775) 825-1900 or email [email protected]
Nomination Criteria
The criteria for nominations for the Governor’s Volunteer Recognition Certificate includes one or more of the following:
- An Individual has performed a minimum of 200 hours of service in a calendar year;
- Youth (18 years or younger) has performed a minimum of 100 hours of service in 12-month period to accommodate school terms;
- An individual has donated to a nonprofit skilled labor or pro bono service valued $10,000 within a five-year period;
- An individual who has taken on a significant leadership role to launch a new or enhanced program, championed innovation, or addressed an unmet organization need within a five year period.
You can request a certificate here.
Application Process
A Governor’s Volunteer Recognition Certificate is available at no charge to a Nevada nonprofit, private sector entity, faith-based group, civic organization, or governmental entity. Please allow four-weeks for processing. Holidays may result in additional delays. Nevada Volunteers cannot accommodate emergency requests. A nominal fee of $5.00 will be charged for each lapel pin.
- Please provide the following information:
- Name of Requesting Organization
- EIN Number or other proof of legitimate status as a nonprofit or business
- Phone/Mailing Address/Email
- Applicant’s Name
- Volunteer Name and Contact Information
- Description of the way(s) in which the volunteer has fulfilled the criteria
Incomplete applications will result in processing delays.
Service Award Pin
An optional lapel pin is available for a $5.00 fee per pin. Click here to order. Lapel pins will be mailed with the Governor’s Volunteer Recognition Certificate.
