[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

November 2026 (nomination period closes, projected) | December 2026 (nomination deadline, projected)

$5,000 cash award; up to $2,500 for travel expenses; certificate and public recognition

Recognizes individuals for outstanding volunteer service and significant contributions to the American Chemical Society.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals who have made significant volunteer contributions to the American Chemical Society (ACS), supporting its mission and objectives. Recipients are celebrated for their exemplary volunteerism, including leadership roles, committee service, or the initiation and sponsorship of impactful projects within the society. The award includes a $5,000 cash prize, reimbursement of up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the ACS meeting where the award is presented, a certificate, and public recognition with the recipient’s name inscribed on a plaque at ACS Headquarters. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026: Nomination period closes (anticipated/projected) - December 2026: Nomination deadline (extended deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash award to the recipient - Up to $2,500 reimbursed for travel expenses to the award presentation meeting - Certificate and public recognition (name inscribed on a plaque at ACS Headquarters) --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must have been a member of the American Chemical Society for at least 15 years. - Recognizes volunteer activities such as: - Initiation or sponsorship of significant ACS projects - Outstanding service as a member/chair of a national ACS committee - Service as an elected division or local section officer - Leadership in regional meetings or local sections - Open regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background. - Past and present ACS Board of Directors members and ACS staff are ineligible. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically accepted annually from July 1 to November 1 (dates projected; check the program page for confirmation). - Nominations must include: - Nomination form - Supporting documentation (as specified on the program page) - Letters of support - Submit nominations via the [ACS National Awards nomination portal](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). --- ## Additional Information - The award was established by the ACS Board of Directors in 2001. - Sponsored by the American Chemical Society. - The recipient’s name is permanently displayed at ACS Headquarters. - Related ACS awards are available for distinguished service and achievements in various chemistry fields. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/award-for-volunteer-service-to-the-american-chemical-society.html) - [ACS National Awards Nomination Portal](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Past Recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/award-for-volunteer-service-to-the-american-chemical-society/past-recipients.html) - [ACS Funding & Awards Overview](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|------------------------------|------------------|----------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards Program | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 | | General ACS Inquiries | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | | |

Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society

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