The SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERISM Awards

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Join us for the 48th Annual Awards Celebration

Presented By:

Building a Lasting Legacy

 

Thursday April 25th  

11:00am-1:30pm

The City National Grove of Anaheim

 

Purchase Tickets: Now through April 1st, 2024

Early Bird: $110 per ticket (1/1-1/31)  

Attendee: $125 per ticket (2/1-4/1)

Honor Your Volunteers: Now through March 25th, 2024

Honoree Event Recognition: Included

Additional Honoree Options: Blog Post $30  Recognition Box $50

 

View 2023

Live Stream & Event Photos

 

JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THE SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERISM

Because recognizing and honoring your volunteers isn’t just an option; it’s an investment in the heart and soul of your organization. Let’s embark on this journey together!

 

For questions, contact us at Volunteers@oneoc.org

 

Honoree Blogs

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Help us celebrate Honorees by posting a comment on their blog page!

To view blogs, click on the link below.

Dan Martin – MUSIC ON A MISSION

Kim Nguyen – SUCCESS WITH PURPOSE

Matthew Sipes – SUCCESS WITH PURPOSE

Susan Dixon – SUCCESS WITH PURPOSE

SOV AWARDS

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Company – Giving is Living Award

The Giving is Living Award, honors a Company based the following criteria:

  • Active and robust CSR program; works to track their progress and impact
  • Large presence in the Orange County community
  • Partners in a meaningful way with the nonprofit community
  • An Innovative or successful approach that has enabled the nominated program to generate exceptional results for communities and the company

 

Nonprofit – Impact Award

The Impact Award, honors a Nonprofit based the following criteria:

  • Strong presence in Orange County & connection to OneOC’s partners
  • Exemplary impact that year that has “moved the needle”
  • Innovative organization that creates new programs & services year after year to impact their mission
  • 501(c)(3)

 

Volunteer Group – Heart of Service Award

The Heart of Service Award, honors a Volunteer Group based the following criteria:

  • A significant generation of volunteer hours or combined volunteer hours and resources to community causes
  • Focused on mobilizing individuals within and in support of Orange County communities
  • Long-standing history of a volunteer program; volunteering is core to the mission of the group
  • Highly visible group known for their volunteer service within OneOC

ABOUT SOV

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Celebrate Community Support

Spotlight your volunteers with our annual Spirit of Volunteerism Awards!

The Spirit of Volunteerism Awards (SOV) is OneOC’s most anticipated event of the year that honors the incredible connections amongst all Southern California’s nominated volunteers and their partnership with nonprofits. The Spirit of Volunteerism Awards celebrates all volunteers that share their time and talent back into our communities.

Part of OneOC’s Signature Event Series, imagine a platform that not only celebrates the altruism within your organization but also honors the profound connections forged by your volunteers. Now in its 48th year, this eagerly awaited event stands as a testament to the extraordinary contributions of nominated volunteers and their impactful partnerships with nonprofits. Organizations have the option to participate in one or all of the following recognition opportunities:

Nominate your wonderful volunteers as an SOV Honoree – Showcase their dedication and elevate their impact by spotlighting them at this prestigious Southern California awards event.

Attend the SOV Luncheon – Join us at the exclusive awards luncheon to honor and recognize your volunteers’ incredible contributions and connect with like-minded organizations and individuals committed to making a difference in Southern California.

Purchase a Blog Post – Share your volunteers’ inspiring journey on our platform that extends their impact beyond the local community, showcasing their efforts to a broader audience.

Give a Gift of Gratitude – Express your gratitude with a special curated gift box sent directly to your volunteer, ensuring your volunteers feel valued and appreciated for their selfless contributions.

Why Join This Celebration?

Turnkey Volunteer RecognitionOneOC’s Spirit of Volunteerism offers a seamless way to highlight and honor your volunteers. From nominations to awards, we take care of the entire process, leaving you free to focus on your mission.

Cost-Effective and Time-Efficient – Maximize the impact of your appreciation efforts without breaking the bank, saving valuable time and resources with our streamlined and cost-effective recognition program.

Reliable Yearly Opportunity – Count on the Spirit of Volunteerism Awards as a reliable yearly opportunity to celebrate your volunteers and foster a culture of volunteerism within your organization with this annual tradition.

65+ Years of Experience – By partnering with OneOC, you align your brand with a respected community organization which has a proven track record of promoting volunteerism and charitable giving to accelerate nonprofit success

FAQ's

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FAQ'S

> How much are tickets to attend?

  • Early bird tickets are $110 until February 1st.
  • Regular priced tickets are $125 after the month of January.
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> What day is the event?

Thursday, April 25th,2024

> What time is the event?

11AM-1:30PM

> What time does check-in begin?

10:30AM

> Can nominated volunteers attend the event?

All attendees must have a ticket to the Spirit of Volunteerism luncheon even if nominated.

> Are tickets to the ceremony included in volunteer nominations?

No, all luncheon tickets are a separate purchase from volunteer nominations.

> What volunteer recognition options are available this year?

Volunteer Nomination: Free

  • Your volunteer’s photo will be shown at the ceremony and their name will be read aloud.

Volunteer Blog Post: $30

  • Submit a volunteer blog post telling the community about your volunteers’ wonderful efforts! These stories will be placed on the OneOC website for all to read.

Volunteer Gratitude Box: $50 (individual volunteers only)!

  • Share your gratitude for your volunteer by sending them a gratitude box! All boxes will be sent after the ceremony!

> Will the event be live-streamed?

No, the event Spirit of Volunteerism awards will not be live-streamed.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

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SOV Sponsors

OneOC would like to thank our 2024 Signature Event Sponsors for continuously providing the opportunity to celebrate the wonderful work being done within the community. This event, our connections, these moments, wouldn’t be possible without the support of our donors.

For more information about becoming a sponsor contact support@oneoc.org or (714) 597-8958.