The Mayoral Service Recognition Program celebrates the power of volunteerism across New York City. Each April, during National Volunteer Month, the program honors individuals and groups who have used service as a solution to challenges and have strengthened our city through people power.
Nominations for the 2025 recognition cycle are now closed. The next recogntion cycle will open in early 2026.
Nancy co-founded Wellness in the Schools to bring healthy meals and active play to over a million students, including all NYC public schools. She mentors chefs and advocates for national reforms like the Chefs in the Schools initiative.
Rina founded Start Lighthouse to close literacy gaps through diverse book access and family programming. Her Literacy Hub serves over 2,100 students citywide.
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Bronx-based Every Day is a Miracle has provided over 21 million meals since 2008 and delivers wraparound social services across multiple locations, including Title I schools.
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Together, they launched a six-week Coding Club at PS 78 in Queens, empowering middle school students to explore STEM through creative tools and mentorship from employee volunteers.
Their “Bridging the Gap” program increased youth feelings of safety around law enforcement by 54%, following education sessions and a joint field day with 130+ youth and officers.
| Spirit of the City | AmeriCorps Alum | Community Impact | Partnership Impact | Youth Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candace Aguirre Holley | Cynthia Bonilla | Part of the Solution | Bombas & City Relief | Voluntas Juvenium |
| Debbine Murray | Doria Josma | Expecting Relief | Global Atlantic & StreetWise Partners | Aria Garcia |
| Briana Calderon Navarro | Louis Muamba | Baitun Noor Masjid | MBD Community Housing Corp. & PATHHSEO | Avery Mak |
The Impact Awards honor individuals, nonprofits, and business partners who strengthen communities through service. Awardees receive public recognition, a certificate signed by the Mayor, and a cash award.
NYC-based organizations and businesses can request Mayoral Recognition Certificates for:
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Questions? Contact us at recognition@cityhall.nyc.gov
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