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Volunteer of the Year Award Update
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To: Honorable President Gerald Bryant and Members of the Social Services Human Relations Board
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Belonging at Home Committee will be awarding the Volunteer of the Year honor to Alameda residents that have served and uplifted their community through extensive, meaningful volunteer work. The committee, in partnership with City staff, created and disseminated a survey throughout the community to accept nominations for this award, which will close on October 30th.
After the survey has closed, SSHRB members will review nominees for the award and select finalists. These individuals will be honored and recognized by the SSHRB at the December 3, 2026, SSHRB meeting.
BACKGROUND
SSHRB is divided into several subcommittees, including the Belonging at Home committee. This committee is comprised of President Gerald Bryant, Vice President Samantha Green, and Board Member Michelle Buccholz. The Belonging at Home Committee will be awarding the Volunteer of the Year honor to Alameda residents that have served and uplifted their community through extensive, meaningful volunteer work. The committee will award individuals in two age categories: adult and youth. The committee, in partnership with City staff, created and disseminated a survey throughout the community to accept nominations for this award, which will close on October 30th.
After the survey has closed, SSHRB members will review nominees for the award and select finalists. These individuals will be honored and recognized by the SSHRB at the December 3, 2026, SSHRB meeting. The following criteria will be used by the committee to select awardees:
Community Impact (1-5 pts)
Commitment and Dedication (1-5 pts)
Leadership and Inspiration (1-5 pts)
Bonus: Does this nominee align with the SSHRB purpose and goals? (0–2)
DISCUSSION
The Belonging at Home Committee will be awarding the Volunteer of the Year honor to Alameda residents...
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