President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)
Recognizing extraordinary dedication to volunteerism and community service.
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PVSA
Established in 2003 by President George W. Bush, the President's Volunteer Service Award is a prestigious national recognition for exceptional volunteers. Sankara Healthcare Foundation is a proud authorized Certifying Organization (CO).
Award Period: August 1 – July 31 annually
Recognition: Certificate, medal/coin, letter from the President
Announced: September each year
Eligibility Requirements
Project HEAL Participation
Minimum 12 hours OR 20% of required hours must be completed through Project HEAL.
External Organization Service
Prior approval required. Submit External Seva Request 14 days in advance. Monthly verification required.
Required Hours by Age Group
| Age Group | 🥉 Bronze | 🥈 Silver | 🥇 Gold | 🏆 Lifetime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids (5–10) | 26–49 hrs | 50–74 hrs | 75+ hrs | 4,000+ hrs |
| Teens (11–15) | 50–74 hrs | 75–99 hrs | 100+ hrs | 4,000+ hrs |
| Young Adults (16–25) | 100–174 hrs | 175–249 hrs | 250+ hrs | 4,000+ hrs |
| Adults (26+) | 100–249 hrs | 250–499 hrs | 500+ hrs | 4,000+ hrs |
📧 Questions? volunteering@giftofhealth.us
📧 PVSA-specific: pvsa-user@giftofhealth.us