In honor of the lifetime contribution to the global volunteer sector, International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) has instituted the Kenn Allen Global Award to recognize an individual whose volunteer leadership has had a transformative effect on their community, country or region. The Award will provide a one-time stipend of $1,000 to be used for professional development by the volunteer. The Award will be made annually, on November 1st. Nominations for this year’s award must be made by 17:00 ET on September 30.
To be eligible for consideration for the Kenn Allen Award, the nominee shall:
- Be a current volunteer.
- Have provided significant enthusiasm, assistance and specific expertise to an organization or cause as a volunteer.
- Have shown initiative and leadership in his or her efforts.
- Have exemplified his or her dependability.
- Have received no remuneration for services directly associated with his or her volunteer duties.