VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
Volunteers play a great role in improving the quality of life for Soldiers and Family Members within the Fort Bliss community. Recognizing them for their contributions is a way in which we show appreciation for their commitment to the Fort Bliss community. 

Fort Bliss Volunteers of the Quarter 
CPT Rebecca Shaw representing MSG James Leach, Scott Neufer, Norricia Speights, Tephanie Hopper- AVCC,and COL Manning Garrison Commander    

 

 

Ideas for recognizing volunteers

• provide constructive feedback and explicitly say you appreciate them, and be   specific about what they have done that you appreciate
• write thank-you notes
• email their command to let them know how much you appreciate their contribution
• write a letter of recommendation for them
• give volunteers more challenging responsibilities to show that you trust them 
• recognize them in front of other volunteers, peers, or in  a board or committee meeting
• recognize them in the Fort Bliss Volunteer Spotlight in The Monitor (contact AVCC)   
• bring a them a snack to your next meeting
• have an end-of-the-year reception for all your volunteers
• nominate volunteers for a Fort Bliss Volunteer Award or a  Department of the Army Volunteer award (contact your AVCC)

Fort Bliss Volunteer Awards

• Team Bliss Pin (coming soon)
• Fort Bliss Volunteer of the Quarter
• Fort Bliss Helping Hand Award (coming soon)
• Fort Bliss Outstanding Volunteer Family
• National Volunteer Week Awards
• Forscom Awards

FORSCOM Awards

• Commander’s Award for Volunteer Service
• Dr. Mary E. Walker Award

Department of the Army Awards

• Certificate of Appreciation
• Civilian Award for Humanitarian Service
• Certificate of Appreciation for Public Service

The above list is not exhaustive, there are numerous awards to recognize volunteer for their service. See the Fort Bliss Army Volunteer office for information on additional awards.