2025 AWARD NOMINATIONS

Due April 30, 2025

Above and Beyond Service Award 2025

Nominations are now being accepted for the chapter’s Above and Beyond Awards.  Criteria for this award are:

  • A chapter member for at least three complete years.
  • Has not previously received award (see list below).
  • Must have exceeded expected contribution to the chapter in program and resource development.  The committee will review a three-year compilation of hours contributed.
  • Must be in good standing with hours, dues, meeting attendance, fundraiser support, and program contributions.

Nominations must be received by  April 30, 2025.  Nominations must be submitted electronically (using form below) or typewritten.

If you choose to submit a typed nomination, please contact Pam Marsh for an editable form (210.601.1286 or pamarsh78209@gmail.com).  Upon completion:

    • place in the Above & Beyond cubby in the workroom in a sealed envelope, or
    • mail to arrive by April 30 to Pam Marsh, 2830 Bent Bow Dr, San Antonio, TX 78209, or
    • email to pamarsh78209@gmail.com– simply print the form, scan it and send it as an email attachment.

Members who have already received this award and have continued to go above and beyond in their service to the chapter can be nominated for an Exemplary Service Award.

Click here for a list of previous awardees.

Above and Beyond-Exemplary Service Award 2025

The nominee has previously received the Above and Beyond Award.  Previous awardees are on the list under Above and Beyond.

Since receiving the Above and Beyond Award, the nominee has continued  to significantly serve the chapter in programs and/or resource development activities.

Nominations must be received by  April 30, 2025.  Nominations must be submitted electronically (using form below) or typewritten.

If you choose to submit a typed nomination, please contact Pam Marsh for an editable form (210.601.1286 or pamarsh78209@gmail.com).  Upon completion:

    • place in the Above & Beyond cubby in the workroom in a sealed envelope, or
    • mail to arrive by April 30 to Pam Marsh, 2830 Bent Bow Dr, San Antonio, TX 78209, or
    • email to pamarsh78209@gmail.com– simply print the form, scan it and send it as an email attachment.

Above and Beyond

National Ada Edwards Laughlin Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the National Ada Edwards Laughlin Award to be given at the annual meeting in May.  This award is named for the co-founder of Assistance League who was less visible and filled the role of hardworking “behind the scenes” assistant to Anne Banning.

The nominee should be an “unsung heroine,” a chapter member who has been a member for a significant number of years having outstanding service in a relatively inconspicuous way.

No more than one member may be the recipient in a fiscal year; no member may receive the award more than one time.  Previous Above and Beyond or Exemplary Service award not required.

Nominations must be received by  April 30, 2025.  Nominations must be submitted electronically (using form below) or typewritten.

If you choose to submit a typed nomination, please contact Pam Marsh for an editable form (210.601.1286 or pamarsh78209@gmail.com).  Upon completion:

    • place in the Above & Beyond cubby in the workroom in a sealed envelope, or
    • mail to arrive by April 30 to Pam Marsh, 2830 Bent Bow Dr, San Antonio, TX 78209, or
    • email to pamarsh78209@gmail.com– simply print the form, scan it and send it as an email attachment.

Previous awardees are on list under Above and Beyond.

National Anne Banning Leadership Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the National Anne Banning Leadership Award to be given at the annual meeting in May.

The Anne Banning Leadership Award is named after the founder of Assistance League, who promoted the growth of effective volunteerism through leadership and education.  This award demonstrates the importance and value of leadership to Assistance League chapters, as well as to communicate the accomplishments and dedication of the recipient.

The award shall recognize members who have served in major leadership roles and have:

  • Demonstrated sustained enthusiasm, guidance and participation in chapter programs and activities;
  • Led in the creation of a new chapter program or initiative and/or in the significant modification or enhancement of a current chapter program or initiative;
  • Modeled personal commitment to the mission and values of the chapter;
  • Represented the chapter mission and values in the community.

No more than one member may be the recipient in a fiscal year; no member may receive the award more than one time.  Previous Above and Beyond or Exemplary Service award not required.

Nominations must be received by  April 30, 2025.  Nominations must be submitted electronically (using form below) or typewritten.

If you choose to submit a typed nomination, please contact Pam Marsh for an editable form (210.601.1286 or pamarsh78209@gmail.com).  Upon completion:

    • place in the Above & Beyond cubby in the workroom in a sealed envelope, or
    • mail to arrive by April 30 to Pam Marsh, 2830 Bent Bow Dr, San Antonio, TX 78209, or
    • email to pamarsh78209@gmail.com– simply print the form, scan it and send it as an email attachment.

Previous awardees are on list under Above and Beyond.

National Ada Edwards Laughlin/National Anne Banning Leadership Award Nomination