Sunshine International Association is an official Certified Organization for the The President’s Volunteer Service Award. President's Volunteer Service Award is the premier volunteer awards program, encouraging U.S. citizens or permanent residents to live a life of service through presidential gratitude and national recognition. Recognizing the great work of our volunteers can deliver a powerful message that encourages others to take action. We will submit award applications each year for qualified members including students, adults, international members, and student groups/clubs.
Volunteer
Volunteer Eligibility
- United States citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. green card holder).
- Completes eligible service within a 12-month period for annual Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards.
- Must be a member of Sunshine International Association.
- Unpaid acts of volunteer service benefitting others.
Hours Required to Earn Awards in Each Age Group
| Age Group | Bronze | Silver | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kid (5-10 years old) | 26 - 49 hours | 50 - 74 hours | 75+ hours |
| Teens (11-15) | 50 - 74 hours | 75 - 99 hours | 100+ hours |
| Young Adults (16-25) | 100 - 174 hours | 175 - 249 hours | 250+ hours |
| Adults (26+) | 100 - 249 hours | 250 - 499 hours | 500+ hours |
Leadership Award
Leadership Award
The Leadership Award aims to acknowledge outstanding youth leaders who have achieved significant accomplishments in the field of community service.
