2023 VOLUNTEER MEMPHIS AWARDS
The 6th annual Volunteer Memphis Awards are taking place Thursday, June 15, 2023!
The awards are a “thank you” to the 35,000 volunteers who give so tirelessly of themselves each year, as well as an opportunity to put a spotlight on many of the most passionate, dedicated, and caring individuals in the greater Memphis community.
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2023 Volunteer Memphis Awards
The awards are a “thank you” to the 35,000 volunteers who give so tirelessly of themselves each year, as well as an opportunity to put a spotlight on many of the most passionate, dedicated, and caring individuals in the greater Memphis community.
Vote for the 2023 Volunteer Memphis Awards finalists Once per day in each category until May 31, 2023!
The winners of the 2023 Volunteer of the Year Awards will be announced on June 15, 2023. Below are the winners of the 2022 Volunteer Of the Year Award recipients.
2022 Volunteer of the Year Award Winner
In 2022 there were two categories for Volunteer of the Year, Adult and Youth. These winners are either a board member, millennial volunteer, community advocate, lifetime volunteer, or volunteer administrator that has given exemplary service to one or more nonprofit, civic, or faith-based organizations.
2022 Adult Volunteer of the Year Award Winner
- Cassandra Pendleton was awarded Adult Volunteer of the Year at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
2022 Youth Volunteer of the Year Award Winner
- Isabella Fraire was awarded Youth Volunteer of the Year at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
2022 Nonprofit of the Year Award Winner
This organization demonstrated a commitment to outstanding volunteer management practices that resulted in a significant, meaningful, and measurable impact across the Mid-South. This organization offers dynamic volunteer programs and opportunities that are meaningful and engaging to their staff, volunteers, and the community they serve.
- Sherry McClure accepts the Nonprofit of the Year award on behalf of Merge Memphis at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
2022 Corporate Citizen of the Year Award Winner
This business has exhibited outstanding philanthropic support in their community and has been instrumental in providing exceptional volunteer programs that encourage employees to engage in the community.
- Tom Labrum accepts the Corporate Citizen of the Year award on behalf of Stepherson’s Superlo Foods at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
2022 Healthcare Humanitarian Award Winner
This healthcare worker (first responder, healthcare practitioner, healthcare technician, or healthcare support worker) has demonstrated outstanding commitment to their progression to the health of the Mid-South.
- Ptosha Jackson was awarded Healthcare Humanitarian at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
2022 Impact Award Winners
- Diane Brown was awarded an Impact Award at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
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- Alvis Otero accepts an Impact Award on behalf of ALSAC/St. Jude at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.
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- Tammy Pierce and CaSondra Amos accept an Impact Award on behalf of Meritan at the 2022 Volunteer Memphis Awards held at Memphis Botanic Gardens on June 23, 2022.