Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this work are celebrated through the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS).
Created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS), the Award has been shining a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK for many years.
Equivalent to an MBE, KAVS is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and they are awarded for life.
We want to celebrate:
Groups that are truly outstanding and making a big difference to their local community.
Groups where volunteers, rather than paid staff, are in the driving seat.
Groups that have highest standards in everything they do.
Nominations open from 1st June to the 15th September 2023
About the Award: The King’s Award for Voluntary Service – official website (dcms.gov.uk)
Nomination guidance: About nominating – The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (dcms.gov.uk)
Make a nomination: About nominating – The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (dcms.gov.uk)
List of 2022 Awardees: THE QUEEN’S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE – 2022 List (dcms.gov.uk)