Informal recognition may be accompanied by a non-monetary recognition item. The idea of informal recognition is to identify an individual or a group of people doing something right. It can be used by a supervisor as a means of expressing appreciation for an employee's effort on a particular project. Informal recognition doesn't require lengthy justification or high level approval. Any member of the Coast Guard family is eligible.
Peers can nominate peers.
Non-monetary awards cannot be purchased with appropriated funds if they are to be given as a gift, to enhance morale, or because the member belonged to a group. Take your staff out to lunch. Make breakfast at work. Bring in goodies, e.g., cake, cookies, pastries, etc. You may choose to recognize your staff verbally or in writing.