September 8, 2025
Call for Nominations - 2025 Excellence in Partnerships & National Volunteer of the Year Awards - Suspense 5 December 2025
On behalf of Mr. Stephen L. Hill, Director of Operations and Regulatory Programs, I am
pleased to invite your nominations for two important USACE awards: the Excellence in
Partnerships Award and the National Volunteer of the Year Award. These awards honor the
exceptional contributions of partners and volunteers whose support and service
significantly advance USACE’s Recreation and Environmental Stewardship programs. Award
ceremonies will be held in 2026 at the recipients’ respective locations to recognize their
dedication and outstanding achievements.
Excellence in Partnerships Award
Established in 2001, this award is now in its 24th year of celebrating partners who
have made substantial, long-term contributions to USACE programs. Recipients are
selected based on their ability to:
Achieve key management objectives,
Enhance public awareness and education, Foster collaboration with
additional partners. National Volunteer of the Year Award
Launched
in 2014, this award honors individuals or family units who demonstrate extraordinary
volunteer service. Nominees should exemplify stewardship, commitment, and a willingness
to go above and beyond in support of USACE lands, facilities, and resources. Their
contributions should have significantly enhanced one or more NRM business lines.
Nomination Process
Nominations must be routed through each District to the
appropriate MSC. MSC Recreation/Stewardship Business Line Managers will submit
nomination packages (following the enclosed instructions) electronically to Mike McCoy,
CELRH-ORK-N, no later than December 5, 2025. A selection committee will review
submissions and provide recommendations for final selection.
Informational
Webinars
Two webinars will be offered to walk through the nomination process and
answer any questions:
September 25, 1:00–2:00 PM (Eastern)
October 15, 1:00–2:00 PM (Eastern) Webinar invitations will be distributed
one week in advance.
For full award criteria, nomination instructions, and additional
details, please visit the NRM Gateway: https://corpslakes
.erdc.dren.mil/partners/awards.cfm
I strongly encourage you and your staff to
recognize and nominate outstanding partners and volunteers. Their invaluable contributions
continue to advance the mission of USACE’s Natural Resources Management program.
Thank you for your support and participation in this important recognition effort.
Jeff
Jeffrey F. Krause
Chief, Natural Resources Management
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