Recognizing Outstanding Volunteers

About the Daily Point of Light Award

The Daily Point of Light Award is a national volunteer award that celebrates extraordinary everyday service. Points of Light created it to honor individuals who take action to create change in their communities. Recognition goes beyond celebrating one person and helps more people see what is possible and inspires others to serve.

Who Can Be Nominated

Volunteers of any age
Individuals creating meaningful community impact
People whose service shows consistency, leadership, or sustained commitment
Changemakers whose work helps others, solves problems, or strengthens community ties

How the Nomination Process Works

Step One

Submit a nomination and share who the volunteer is, what they do, and why their service matters.
Step Two

The Points of Light team reviews submissions and may follow up for additional details if needed.
Step Three

Selected honorees are featured and celebrated, inspiring others to take action and give back.

Nominate a Daily Point of Light

Do you know someone who acts as a point of light in their community each day? Nominate them for a Daily Point of Light Award.

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Please describe the nominee's volunteer service and why you think it would be inspiring to others. If available, include examples of the nominee's impact (e.g. number of people impacted, amount of funds raised, etc.).

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