Know a Volunteer Rock Star? Deadline Extended for Andrus Award Nominations
Annual Award Recognizes Granite Staters Who Make a Powerful Difference in Their Community
AARP is accepting nominations for its 2020 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ Granite Staters who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.
“AARP New Hampshire is excited to shine a light on 50+ Granite Staters who are using what they’ve learned in life to make a difference in the lives around them,” said AARP New Hampshire State President and volunteer Marc Boyd.
Nominations will be evaluated by AARP New Hampshire based on how the volunteer’s work has improved the community, supported AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers. The award recipient will be announced in early fall. The application deadline is July 31, 2020.
AARP New Hampshire Andrus Award for Community Service nominees must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Nominee must be 50 years or older.
- The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must have been performed on a volunteer basis, without pay. AmeriCorps VISTA and Senior Corps programs volunteers (Senior Companions, Foster Grandparents, RSVP, and Senior Demonstration Programs) are eligible.
- The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must reflect AARP’s vision and purpose.
- The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must be replicable and provide inspiration for others to volunteer.
- Couples or partners who perform service together are also eligible; however, teams are not eligible.
- This is not a posthumous award.
An online nomination form and eligibility guidelines can be found here.The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society. Last year, AARP recognized 50 outstanding individuals and couples from around the country.
