The King’s Award for Voluntary Service is an annual award made to recognise and reward excellence in voluntary activities carried out by groups in the community.
It is given to groups of volunteers who regularly devote their time to helping others in the community, improving the quality of life and opportunity for others and providing an outstanding service.
Groups will normally be nominated by:
- beneficiaries of their work
- members of the public
- representatives of public bodies
- other voluntary groups
Nominations are assessed by a regional committee before being passed to a national committee for final selection and recommendation to The King. Details of winners are announced annually.
Winning groups receive a certificate signed by The King and a commemorative piece of crystal is awarded to the group. The awards are presented on behalf of The King by the Lieutenant-Governor.
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service Office in London is responsible for administering the award.
If you want to discuss a nomination before contacting the London office, you should speak to the Bailiff’s Chambers. They are responsible for liaising with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service Office in London for Jersey nominations.
