AWARDS COMMITTEE
The Department of Virginia’s Awards Committee is dedicated to recognizing exceptional service, leadership, and commitment within our organization and the broader veteran community. Responsible for planning, purchasing, and preparing all departmental awards, the Committee coordinates honors presented to members, Chapters, and partner organizations throughout the year. Through a variety of distinguished recognitions—ranging from membership growth and community service to leadership and volunteer excellence—the Committee ensures that outstanding contributions are celebrated appropriately. In addition to maintaining award criteria and procedures, the Committee periodically reviews and recommends updates to ensure each honor continues to reflect the Department’s values and mission.
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Department By-Laws Article 4, Section 4-4, Para. 2: Awards Committee
Para 2: AWARDS COMMITTEE
Para 2.1: Shall be responsible for planning, purchase, and preparation of all awards of the Department of Virginia to be presented to members, Chapters, and organizations.
Para 2. 2: May present the following Membership Awards at the Fall Conference
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Individual Member Recruiting Most New Members
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NSO Membership Recruiter of the Year
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Chapter with Highest Numerical Increase in New Members
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Chapter with Highest Percentage Increase in New Members
Para 2.3: May present the following awards at the Convention for Outstanding Achievement
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Al Bartraw, Jr., Award for the Outstanding Disabled Veteran of the Year
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Charlie Craft Lifetime Achievement Award
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John Wesley King II Excellence in Leadership Award
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Reggie Ruffin Homeless Veteran Assistance Award
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Outstanding Local Veterans Employment Award
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Outstanding Disabled Veterans Outreach Program
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Outstanding CDCE Volunteer of the Year. Nominations will be accepted by each VAMC
Para 2.4: May present the following awards at the Fall Conference for Outstanding Achievement
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Outstanding Chapter of the Year
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W. Pat White Award for Outstanding Community Service - Chapter Award
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W. Pat White Award for Outstanding Community Service - Individual Award
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Emmanuel N Vlattas Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service
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Phyllis B. Simmons Award for Outstanding Chapter Service Officer
Para 2.5: Shall establish other awards for recognition of achievement by Chapters and members of the Department of Virginia or organizations or individuals with the approval of the DEC.
Para 2.6: Shall not be responsible for purchase of awards other than those enumerated in these paragraphs or those approved by the DEC and shall ensure that when the
DEC approves additional awards for any given year, they also allot funding for those awards.
Para 2.7: Shall establish criteria and procedures for the recognition of individuals and Chapters.
Para 2.8: Shall validate, on a decennial basis, the justification for continuing to honor specific individuals by attaching his/her name to specific Department of Virginia awards.