President's Volunteer Service Award
| President's Volunteer Service Award | |
|---|---|
PVSA award pieces | |
| Awarded for | Recognition of outstanding volunteer contributions in community service to the United States |
| Sponsored by | Corporation for National and Community Service President of the United States Points of Light Foundation |
| Country | United States |
| Presented by | The President of the United States |
| First award | 2003 |
| Website | Official website |
Ribbon of the award | |
The President's Volunteer Service Award is a civil award bestowed by the President of the United States. Established by executive order by George W. Bush, the award was established to honor volunteers that give hundreds of hours per year helping others. The award can be granted to individuals, families and organizations located throughout the United States. Depending on the amount of service hours completed, individuals can receive the Bronze, Silver, Gold, and/or the Lifetime Achievement Award.
The President's Lifetime Achievement Award (also called the President's Call to Service Award) is the highest level, and it has been awarded to Americans to recognize over 4,000 hours of volunteer service. Awardees may receive a personalized certificate, an official pin, medallion, and/or a congratulatory letter from the President depending on the award earned. Orders for the award were put on pause indefinitely starting 27 May 2025.