Sponsors Making a Difference
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Awards
The success of The School Volunteer Program has been recognised by many esteemed organisations. These awards demonstrate the dedication and effort of the volunteer mentors, the commitment by the schools and the quality of programs facilitated by SVP.
COMMUNITY SERVICES INDUSTRY AWARDS
2008: Working Creatively to Make a Difference
The Department for Community Development recognise programs and services which contribute a positive difference to individuals, families and communities through innovative and creative methods. SVP was a finalist in the category of Working Creatively to Make a Difference, large group/organisation in 2008.
NATIONAL AUSTRALIA BANK VOLUNTEER AWARDS
2003, 2005 & 2006: Education & Youth Development
The National Bank (NAB) Volunteer Awards is an Australian-wide program recognising the efforts of not for profit organisations in providing a positive experience for volunteers and making a difference to the local community. In 2003, 2005 and 2006, SVP was judged the Western Australian winner in the Education and Youth Development category. In 2006, SVP was also honoured to be named the National Winner in this category.
ROTARY AWARDS
2005 Paul Harris Fellow
The Paul Harris Fellow is awarded in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given to the furtherance of better understanding and friendly relations among peoples of the world. In 2005, this honour was awarded to Christine Gray – CEO, The School Volunteer Program.
COMMUNITY SERVICES INDUSTRY AWARDS
2004 Strengthening Volunteering
The Department for Community Development recognise the achievements of services, businesses, organisations and individuals who work to help build a better Western Australia. In 2004, SVP was the winner Strengthening Volunteering category.
WA SENIORS AWARDS
2004 Award of Excellence
This category recognises outstanding service by individuals under the age of 60, who have dedicated their time to helping seniors. In 2004, Christine Gray was the recipient of the Award of Excellence.
WA CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD
2000 Gold Swan Award
This award honours a voluntary service organisation which demonstrates outstanding concern for the community it serves and delivers that service effectively, to improve the lives and opportunities of West Australians. In 2000, SVP was very proud to receive this award.
NATIONAL COMMUNITY LINK AWARDS
2000 Community Service
This award recognises not for profit organisations that are responsive to community needs and values volunteering within our communities. In 2000, SVP was named the Western Australian state winner.