2012 Mayor’s Volunteer Houston Awards 
Volunteer Houston, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of the City of Houston and Shell Oil Company, is proud to honor outstanding Houston volunteers through the Mayor’s Volunteer Houston Awards. The awards were first presented in 1984 to honor individuals and groups who have performed exceptional volunteer service in the Houston community. Nominations are open to individuals and groups who have performed exceptional volunteer service (Faith Based organizations that deliver a service or variety of services are encouraged to nominate). A diverse panel of community judges review and choose those who will be honored at the awards luncheon in the spring.
Nominations are due by February 29, 2012. Click here to download the nomination form.
Former nominees can be submitted again for 2012.
The following categories are designed to highlight the outstanding accomplishments of local volunteers who have committed significant hands-on volunteer time and talent in support of the Houston community:
- Animal Welfare – supporting the physical and psychological well being of animals.
- Arts & Recreation – supporting cultural and performing arts programs. Support for recreational activities and sports activities for all ages.
- Civic & Community Development – benefiting neighborhoods, parks and open spaces. Initiatives that encourage economic opportunities and community development (i.e., housing, workforce job creation, etc.)
- Education - supporting educational programs and activities.
- Environmental & Wildlife Preservation – improving the natural environment. Protection of wildlife and their environment.
- Health– supporting health care, health education or wellness.
- Human Service Delivery – supporting individuals/groups with essential basic services.
- Military & Veteran Services – supporting men and women (and their families) in active service and veterans.
- Student Service – Recognizing individuals under 21 years of age who serve and inspire others in the community.
- Youth – benefiting activities and programs deigned for youth.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Honoring the outstanding service of an individual who has enhanced the delivery of service in the Houston community, the rare individual who has a proven track record of going above and beyond to render service to others. Nominees should demonstrate a minimum of 15 years of serving and engaging others in service.
Eligibility Guidelines:
- An agency or individual may nominate up to three volunteers who are currently engaged in active volunteer service.
- Volunteers who are nominated may not have received any monetary compensation for their service.
- Services delivered by the nominee must not be restricted to a particular religious denomination.
- Volunteer service in partisan politics cannot be considered.
- Work must be performed in the Houston area.
- One nomination per individual or group.
- Previous nominees who were not selected are eligible.
Questions, contact Angela Broussard
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, 713-964-0215.
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