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35th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Award Nominations Open Monday, April 9, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: (512) 287-2035 or gva@onestarfoundation.org   

AUSTIN – In conjunction with the Office of the Governor, OneStar Foundation today announced that nominations for the 35th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards will open Monday, April 9, 2018 and submissions will be accepted through Monday, May 14th. These awards honor the exemplary service of individuals, groups and organizations that have made a significant and measurable contribution to their communities through service and volunteering. Nominations will be accepted in the following categories:

     Governor’s Lone Star Achievement Award

     First Lady’s Rising Star Award

     Partners in Education Award

     Service to Veterans Award

     Higher Education Community Impact Award

     Corporate Community Impact Award

     Community Leadership Award

     National Service “Make a Difference” Award

Awardees will be honored in the fall at an evening reception hosted by Honorary Chair of the Governor’s Volunteer Awards, Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott. The ceremony will be held at the Texas Governor’s Mansion in Austin.

To see descriptions and criteria for each award, please visit our website. Email gva@onestarfoundation.org for more information.