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Nominate someone for a Mayor’s Day of Service Recognition Award

We are currently accepting nominations for the 2021 Mayor’s Day of Service Recognition Awards. You can submit your nomination online.

Overview

The Mayor’s Day of Service Recognition is an annual event that honors Philadelphia’s standout volunteers, community leaders, and National Service members.

The Mayor’s Office recognizes Philadelphia residents in the following four categories:

  • Mayor’s Philly Hero Award
  • Mayor’s Youth Hero Award
  • Mayor’s Distinguished National Service Award
  • Mayor’s Distinguished National Service Alumni Award

Who

All nominees must be Philadelphia residents.

  • The Mayor’s Philly Hero Award (for adults) and the Mayor’s Youth Hero Award (for youth 18 years of age and under) recognize individuals for their unique contributions to the city through service.
  • The Mayor’s Distinguished National Service Award recognizes a currently serving AmeriCorps or Senior Corps volunteer.
  • The Mayor’s Distinguished National Service Alumni Award recognizes AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, or Peace Corps alumni who continue to devote their lives to making a difference through service.

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