2/20/2008
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Each year, Gov. Joe Manchin honors outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses for extraordinary service to their communities through his Governor's Service Awards.
Nominations for the Governor's Service Awards, annually coordinated by the West Virginia Commission for National and Community Service, are now being accepted. The awards recognize West Virginians who display enduring commitment for the betterment of the state through volunteerism.
"West Virginia is blessed to have an abundance of citizens at every age level who have made a positive impact in our state," Manchin said. "I encourage West Virginians to take the time to nominate an outstanding individual, organization or business that displays enduring commitment for the betterment of the Mountain State. Without these nominations, we will miss a wonderful opportunity to honor those who give so much and expect so little in return."
Recipients of the Governor's Service Awards will receive recognition from Gov. Manchin in a special banquet at the state volunteerism conference, "Faces of Leadership," in Charleston on July 16, 2008. Volunteer West Virginia Inc. will also use private funds to donate $500 to a West Virginia charitable organization of the recipient's choice. The organization must be a registered 501c3 in good standing with the Secretary of State.
"Volunteers are not just the heart of activities; they are also the heart of each community," Manchin said. "This is our opportunity to recognize those who have made the greatest mark across our state."
Nomination forms are available on the West Virginia Commission for National and Community Service web site, www.volunteerwv.org, or by calling (800) WV-HELPS. Nominations should be postmarked by April 3, 2008.
Contact Information
Moya Doneghy
304-558-0111
mdoneghy@mail.state.wv.us