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

March 2026 (Nomination deadline, projected)

Honorary recognition; no monetary award specified.

Recognizes significant volunteer contributions to ACS regional activities through exemplary service and leadership.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals who have made impactful volunteer contributions to the American Chemical Society (ACS) at the regional level. Established in 2006, the program recognizes those whose efforts have furthered the goals and objectives of the ACS by initiating or sponsoring significant endeavors, or by providing exemplary leadership within their region. The award aims to celebrate and encourage ongoing volunteerism within the Society. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (Nomination deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - No monetary award is specified; the recognition is honorary. - Recipients are publicly acknowledged for their volunteer service. --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must be a member of the American Chemical Society residing in a local section within the relevant ACS region. - Must have made significant contributions to their ACS region through volunteer activities. - Recognized volunteerism can include initiating or sponsoring impactful endeavors or providing exemplary regional leadership. - Past and present members of the ACS Board of Directors and ACS staff are ineligible. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically submitted to the awards committee of the relevant ACS region. - The regional awards committee (or its equivalent) selects the recipient. - Required materials and nomination guidelines may be provided by the regional committee; check the [program page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/e-ann-nalley-regional-awards-for-volunteer-service.html) or contact regional staff for current details. --- ## Additional Information - Each ACS region may have its own process and timeline; contact your regional meeting staff for specifics. - The award is intended to be presented annually at each ACS regional meeting. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: E. Ann Nalley Regional Awards for Volunteer Service](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/e-ann-nalley-regional-awards-for-volunteer-service.html) - [ACS Regional Meeting Staff Contacts](https://www.acs.org/events/regional/staff.html) - [Past Recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/e-ann-nalley-regional-awards-for-volunteer-service/past-recipients.html) - [Related ACS Volunteer Awards](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/award-for-volunteer-service-to-the-american-chemical-society.html) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | | Regional Contacts | [ACS Regional Meeting Staff](https://www.acs.org/events/regional/staff.html) |

E. Ann Nalley Regional Awards for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society

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