The Rene Smith Volunteer Appreciation Award

This annual award is given each year to a volunteer who has gone above and beyond.

Our Year One winner, Rene Smith exemplifies what a volunteer can do to support an organization.
This fund supports the work Ovations is doing and provides a cash gift to the recipient every year.

The Board of Directors and the Volunteer Manager will choose the winner.
All funds donated to this fun will be shared between Ovations and the winner every February.
Click below to donate to this fund:
https://ovationsforthecure.goodworldnow.com/p/volunteer-appreciation-award

It is time for the 2026 Volunteer Award Nominations! Do you know someone whose commitment to volunteerism and support has directly impacted the mission of Ovations for the Cure? If so, please complete and send the attached form with their information. If you prefer to mail, please print and send the form to Ovations for the Cure, PO Box 990168, Boston, MA 02199. All nominations must be received by Monday, February 23, 2026. Click below to get started:

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Personal Details

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Nominee’s Details

What is your Nominee’s Name*

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What is their connection to Ovations? What is their why?*

How does their support directly impact the work/mission of Ovations?*

How long has the nominee been volunteering?*

Explain in as much detail as possible why you think this person deserves to receive the 2026 Volunteer Appreciation Award

How would winning this award make an impact on the nominee’s life

Has this person already been recognized in any way for their actions

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The winner will receive $500 cash and two (2) tickets to our Annual Spring Fling Gala, where the award will be presented