USO Volunteer of the Year Award

 
 

USO Volunteer of the Year Award

Whether helping a soldier with a connecting flight, distributing a Care Package, serving snacks with a smile, providing local information, or "welcoming home" troops from deployment, USO volunteers are vital to the success of the USO’s mission. While the duties of a volunteer may vary, the goal is always the same – to improve the quality of life of service members, to boost their morale and to serve as the link between service members and the American people.

For those serving in the United States, a USO volunteer is a familiar face, a friend and someone who is always ready to help. For those stationed overseas, volunteers bridge cultural gaps with a welcome dose of familiarity. The combined efforts of the USO’s volunteers, staff and Board Members ensure that the USO will continue to fulfill its mission until every one comes home.

The design of the USO Volunteer of the Year award was created to reflect the spirit of strength that our volunteers share with our service men and women every day in USO centers around the world. This strength is depicted in the boldness of the single letter “V” firmly secured and centered. As in the simplicity of the design, our volunteers’ unassuming acts of kindness underlie a passion and commitment for the care and well-being of our military and their families.

The USO World Board of Governors instituted the USO Volunteer of the Year Award in an effort to formally recognize the dedication, hard work and service of our volunteers. The first honoree was named in September, 2007. The honorees are honored at the USO World Galas. Below are the Volunteers of the Quarter for the various regions, both stateside and overseas who support the troops the best way they know how…by giving of their time, energy and selves.

 

2008 Award Nominees

 

First Quarter USO Volunteer Nominees
Second Quarter USO Volunteer Nominees
Third Quarter USO Volunteer Nominees
Fourth Quarter USO Volunteer Nominees

 

2007 Winner

 

2007 Volunteer of Year Award Winner - Dave Wilson