Live Better Community Service Award

This award is presented to individuals who engage in community volunteerism, performing valuable services that benefit and improve quality of life within the communities served by PPCS. The award, a $100 Visa® Check Card, will be presented to one individual during the months of January, April, July and October.

Communities served by PPCS:
Arkansaw, Bay City, Beldenville, Diamond Bluff, Durand, Ellsworth, Elmwood, Hager City, Maiden Rock, Pepin, Plum City, Prescott, River Falls, Spring Valley, Stockholm

Awards will not be granted, for example, to:

• An individual in a paid position with a nonprofit organization

• A volunteer who assists another individual (i.e., lawn mowing, snow shoveling, etc.)

• Self-nominations

No. PPCS members and nonmembers residing within the communities we serve may nominate for and/or receive this award.

Submit a completed nomination form by the specified deadlines: March 15, June 15, September 15 and December 15. The nomination form is available online, or contact us.

Nomination Forms must be received by: March 15, June 15, September 15 and December 15. Nominations are reviewed and the winner selected by the President and CEO and the Vice President, Member & Administrative Services.

Nomination Forms will be kept on file for consideration for the next quarterly award. If not selected at that time, they will be omitted from further consideration.

The winner will be notified on or about the first day of each month in January, April, July and October.

1. You make a difference. Every person counts!

2. It encourages civic responsibility. Community service and volunteerism are an investment in your community and the people who live in it.

3. You get a chance to give back. Support community resources that you use yourself or that benefit people you care about.

4. You learn a lot. About yourself, government and community.

5. It strengthens your community. You help support families, improve schools, support youth, beautify the community.

6. It promotes personal growth and self-esteem. Understanding community needs helps bring balance to your life.

7. It brings people together. Unite people with diverse backgrounds to work toward a common goal; build camaraderie and teamwork.

8. You gain professional experience. You can test out a career.

9. It saves resources. Money can be spent elsewhere.

10. It’s good for you. Volunteering provides physical and mental rewards.