Nominations for the Friends of National Service Awards

Has your member of Congress been a standout champion for national service?

Do you know a business leader or national service advocate in your community who has gone above and beyond to support AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors?

Voices for National Service is seeking nominations for the Friends of National Service Awards 2025.

Over the years, this annual event has honored 150 distinguished leaders in government, business, philanthropy, and journalism — leaders who have contributed to building a culture of citizenship, service, and responsibility within America.

Click here for a description of each award and our previous winners from 2005-2024.

To submit a nomination, complete the web form below. The nomination period will close on October 11th.

Honorees will be selected for their work in helping to raise public awareness of national service or for elevating service as a solution to some of the nation’s most pressing challenges, and will be recognized in Washington, D.C. in the spring of 2025.

Friends of National Service Awards Nominations 2025

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Before selecting an award category, please review the complete list of awards, their descriptions, and the previous award winners. (Visit https://voicesforservice.org/all-honorees-friends-national-service-awards/.)
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