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Nevada Volunteers Now Accepting 2009 Governor’s Points of Light Award Nominations


(Las Vegas/Reno, Nev.) – Nevada Volunteers announced today that the organization is now accepting nominations for the 2009 Governor’s Points of Light Awards.

The Governor’s Points of Light Award recognizes individuals and organizations for their dedication, commitment and determination in promoting and supporting volunteerism throughout Nevada.

“The Governor’s Point of Light Award is the highest honor given by Nevada Volunteers and the state of Nevada to deserving individuals and organizations who have given a voice to volunteerism and civic service and have inspired others to help make a difference in their communities,” said Shawn Lecker-Pomaville, chief executive officer of Nevada Volunteers.

Online nominations are encouraged and can be accessed at [URL="http://www.NevadaVolunteers.org"]www.NevadaVolunteers.org[/URL].
All nominations must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on Nov. 21, 2008. Award winners will be announced at The Governor’s Points of Light Award Gala on Feb. 26, 2009 in Reno, Nev.

For more information on the 2009 Governor’s Points of Light Award nominations, criteria, and eligibility requirements, please visit [URL="http://www.NevadaVolunteers.org"]www.NevadaVolunteers.org[/URL] or contact 775.825.1900.

Nevada Volunteers, formerly known as Nevada Commission for National and Community Service, creates countless opportunities to inspire, teach, train and recognize individuals, organizations, and businesses across Nevada to develop a legacy of service and citizenship. The Nevada Volunteers is the Governor's Commission that administers AmeriCorps programs statewide and hosts the annual Governor's Points of Light award. Since 1994, over 2,047 AmeriCorps members have served throughout Nevada recruiting more than 14,000 volunteers who have donated over 97,000 hours of service to local communities. The Website, [URL="http://www.NevadaVolunteers.org"]www.NevadaVolunteers.org[/URL], will eventually become a single source for Nevadans to go statewide for volunteering opportunities. Those interested in determining how they can participate should subscribe for e-mail updates at the Nevada Volunteers Website at [URL="http://www.NevadaVolunteers.org"]www.NevadaVolunteers.org[/URL].