President’s Voluntary Service Award
About the Award:
The President’s Volunteer Service Award is a civil award bestowed by the President of the United States. The award was established to honor volunteers and recognize their dedication where they give hundreds of hours each year helping others. This award is granted to individuals, families and organizations located throughout the United States.
Background
TAJA has been recognized as an organization that is eligible to issue President’s Voluntary Service Awards (PVSA).
These awards recognize the work that is done by volunteers as a small token of appreciation.
Youth are the future of TAJA. Hence youth engagement and recognition are one of the primary organizational objectives through this PVSA program.
We hope this award is another mechanism where youth can engage in volunteer work and give back to the community while also providing opportunities to establish meaningful connections to TAJA families.
PVSA Guidelines
- US Citizen or Permanent Residents only for PVSA.
- Calendar year will be counted for the calendar year. Awards will be finalized in the 1st quarter of the following year.
- TAJA membership is required (annual or life membership) and be a part of TAJA Youth Committee
- A minimum of 25% of the hours should be TAJA volunteer hours.
- TAJA Youth volunteer hours earned should get signed by TAJA President or Secretary.
- TAJA will recognize with PVSA awards for teens (11-15) and Young adults(16-25)
Award age groups and categories
| AGE GROUP | BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD | LIFETIME AWARD |
| Kids (5-10 years old) | 26-49 hours | 50-74 hours | 75+ hours | 4000+ hours |
| Teens (11-15) | 50-74 hours | 75-99 hours | 100+ hours | 4000+ hours |
| Young Adults (16-25) | 100-174 hours | 175-249 hours | 250+ hours | 4000+ hours |
| Adults (26+) | 100-249 hours | 250-499 hours | 500+ hours | 4000+ hours |
For any further questions or feedback, please email info@manataja.org