The 2026 Volunteer New York 

Volunteer Spirit Awards

Presented by Regeneron Science to Medicine

Nominations Are Open

It's that time of year when we come together to celebrate the remarkable spirit of volunteerism that thrives in our community. The 2026 Volunteer New York! Volunteer Spirit Awards is a memorable celebration taking place next year, and we're excited to share that nominations are now open! 

Building on the excitement of our 75th Anniversary Celebration, the 2026 Volunteer Spirit Awards will debut three new categories: the Board Service Award, Community Impact Award, and Corporate Citizenship Award. We’re also proud to continue recognizing outstanding volunteers through the Resiliency Award, Social Advocacy Award, and Youth Leadership Award

Nomination Deadline - Friday, October 17, 2025

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Nomination Workshop

To assist and guide you, we're thrilled to offer a 

Nomination Workshop on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM.

Hosted via Zoom, this workshop is designed to provide insights, tips, and hands-on assistance to make your nomination stand out.

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Submit your nominations today, and together let's honor the incredible unsung heroes who uplift our community!

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