Governor’s Office Announces Community Volunteerism Awards
The Governor’s Office of Community Service has announced it is accepting nominations for the annual Serve-Montana Awards.
In partnership with Montana’s Credit Unions, these awards recognize Montana citizens who embody a strong commitment to others through community volunteerism, exhibit leadership through serving, and impact change outside of paid employment.
The public is encouraged to nominate individuals and service groups of all ages and backgrounds across Montana. All service must be performed in Montana and by Montanans. Nominations are due March 31.
“The Governor’s Office of Community Service encourages citizen nominations of outstanding community volunteers from across our great state” said Sarah R. Sadowski, director of GOCS. “Montana’s citizens who volunteer make meaningful impacts in our communities every day. We are excited to see what this year’s nominations will bring!”
Ideal nominees are individuals of all ages and groups who: Impact change in others’ lives through volunteerism Demonstrate a strong commitment to serving their community Engage in service that significantly benefits others Exhibit leadership through service Represent determination and perseverance Is an AmeriCorps Alum (State & National, VISTA, and NCCC) Are serving with AmeriCorps Seniors (Foster Grandparents, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Senior Companions) Group nominee categories include: Group Service Award (nonprofit, faith-based, general): A team of people who positively impact their community through meaningful volunteer service.
Business Service Award (small, mid-size, large, entrepreneur/ partnership, enterprise/ corporation): A business that has made an impact through community volunteerism or has a record of supporting volunteerism through policies and practices.
To learn more or submit a nomination, visit serve. mt.gov or go to https://www. surveymonkey.com/r/2025SMA.
