President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)
Zimele USA is thrilled to announce that we are now an official certifying organization for the President's Volunteer Service Award. Zimele USA student and adult volunteers can now earn credit towards a Bronze, Silver, Gold or Lifetime Achievement Award by volunteering at Zimele events and opportunities or creating their own projects in their local communities while supporting global initiatives that confront root causes of poverty and empower female entrepreneurship.
What is PVSA
In 2003, the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the PVSA to recognize the important role of volunteers in America's strength and national identity and honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too. The PVSA has continued under each administration, honoring the volunteers who are using their time and talents to solve some of the toughest challenges facing our nation. This prestigious award is given to incredible leaders who go above and beyond to make the world a better place through volunteerism.
Led by the AmeriCorps and managed in partnership with Points of Light, this program allows Certifying Organizations to recognize their most exceptional volunteers.
Who is Eligible
United States citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e., green card holder)
Must be at least five years old
Completes eligible service within a 12-month period (for annual Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards) and over a lifetime (for Lifetime Achievement Awards
