Volunteer Center of Burlington County seeking nominations for Lloyd Ritter Community Service Award
The Volunteer Center of Burlington County announced it is seeking nominees for its prestigious Lloyd Ritter Community Service Award and is encouraging member of the public to submit names of individuals who deserve to be honored because of their outstanding records of community service and volunteerism.
Volunteer Center President Kimberly Mattson said this is the first time that the public has been actively asked to participate in the nomination process. But that’s not all — unlike past years, the Volunteer Center also is looking to honor as many as three Burlington County residents at its annual awards dinner in the fall.
“We are extremely proud of our 16 past recipients, each of who was honored at our annual awards dinner,” Mattson said. “However, we also realize there are many unsung, low profile community activists who need to be publicly recognized, applauded, and formally thanked, for their distinguished volunteer service.
“That said, we are asking county residents to bring to our attention their neighbors, coworkers, and acquaintances they deem worthy of the Community Service Award, and take the time to provide us with some background information,” Mattson said.
The nomination form can be easily accessed at the Volunteer Center’s website at www.volunteercenterburlingtoncounty.org. The form can be filled out and submitted electronically, or printed out and mail to the Volunteer Center at Burlington County College, Parker Center 122, County Route 530, Pemberton, NJ.
Those seeking additional information can call (856) 894–9311, Ext. 1492 or via email — [email protected].
The deadline for nominations is April 14.
The Volunteer Center most recently honored Robert and Ellen Healey of Lumberton, whose unique equine program provides education and guidance to children in need or facing personal challenges. The Healey’s also support charitable activities in other countries, including the Ebola-stricken Sierra Leone.
