Members / Volunteers Recognition

• The awarding of Merit Marks to volunteers is a means of recognizing the value of what volunteers contribute to the success of the organization. 
• Any volunteer that contributes at least twenty hours in a calendar year shall be awarded a “Merit Mark” in recognition of their contribution. This is typically awarded in the calendar year following the year in which the volunteer was active.  Merit Marks for the period: Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024, would be recorded as “Merit Mark Year: 2025”
  • service (can be over a 2-year period)
  • detailed instructions on how to record Merit Marks  
    
  • Merit Mark recommendations are prepared by Squadron Commanders, District Commanders, and Committee Chairs
  •  Merit Mark certificates are usually presented in the spring of each year at an AGM or annual event or are mailed
    
  • Complimentary Life Membership is awarded upon attaining 20 Merit Marks 
  • New Life members may choose whether presentation is at a Squadron, District or National event

Reference - Officer Guidebook section 8 and Polices 4.1