Narratives should be no more than 500 words. These materials may include letters, testimonials, news clippings, etc. Materials exceeding ten pages will be discarded. Audio or video cassettes, display materials, films, or scrapbooks will not be considered. All submitted materials become the property of the Utah Commission on Volunteers and will not be returned.
All information is given on a voluntary basis.
The Volunteer Recognition Committee of the Utah Commission on Volunteers will carefully review nominations, utilizing specific criteria detailed in the nomination form, with special consideration given for activities that either benefit or involve young people. The following criteria are utilized in reviewing and judging the nominations for the Governor's Point of Light Award. Achievement - The nomination must reflect the actual accomplishments achieved through the voluntary service. Community Needs - The voluntary community service must address unmet human, educational, environmental or public safety needs. Innovation - Activities should reflect innovative or unique approaches to solving serious social problems.