RenLUG is an approved Certifying Organization (CO) for the President’s Volunteer Service Awards (PVSA). The PVSA is a prestigious national honor offered in recognition of community service. Established in 2003, this award honors individuals and groups who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to volunteer service over the course of 12 months. Community service hours can be accumulated on a variety of projects throughout the year.
RenLUG is an approved Certifying Organization (CO) for the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) — a prestigious national honor recognizing individuals who demonstrate a sustained commitment to community service over a 12-month period. Established in 2003, the PVSA is one of the most recognized volunteer recognition programs in the United States.
As a PVSA Certifying Organization, RenLUG is authorized to verify and submit volunteer hours on behalf of our members and community volunteers, and to award Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Lifetime Achievement designations to qualifying individuals each year.
RenLUG is deeply committed to fostering a culture of volunteerism and community engagement. The Presidential Service Awards honor RenLUG members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to service and community engagement throughout their RenLUG membership. These awards recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond in contributing their time, skills, and efforts toward making a positive impact on their communities.
As a certifying organization for the Presidential Volunteer Service Awards, RenLUG takes pride in recognizing and celebrating the dedication and contributions of individuals who give their time and talents to make a difference. Our members are passionate about supporting meaningful initiatives, whether through hands-on activities, educational programs, or collaborations with local organizations. By emphasizing the value of service, RenLUG inspires volunteers to lead by example and empowers them to create a lasting impact within the Central Florida community and beyond.
RenLUG members regularly achieve Gold level volunteer hours each calendar year with several members holding the Lifetime Achievement Award for over 4000+ hours of volunteer service.
Our Volunteer Impact
RenLUG volunteers have contributed thousands of hours of community service across Central Florida since 2019. Here’s a snapshot of our collective impact:
| Year | Volunteer Hours Contributed |
| 2019 | #@importfailed |
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How Volunteer Hours Are Tracked at RenLUG
RenLUG makes hour tracking straightforward. Every RenLUG event has a designated event organizer whose responsibilities include recording volunteer hours for all participants at that event and submitting them to RenLUG. This means volunteers don’t need to track or report their own hours — as long as you show up and serve, your organizer has you covered.
PVSA Award Levels
RenLUG uses the calendar year January 1 – December 31 for recording volunteer hours. Awards are determined by the age category the volunteer held for at least seven months within that calendar year. Age category is determined by the age the volunteer held for at least seven months within the 12-month period — for example, if a volunteer was 16 for seven months of the year, they qualify within the 16–25 age group.
Interested in volunteering? Visit our Get Involved page → to sign up or learn more about upcoming opportunities.
Volunteer Eligibility
To qualify for a PVSA through RenLUG, volunteers must meet the following criteria:
- United States citizen or lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder)
- At least five years old
- Completes eligible service within a 12-month period (for annual Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards) or over a lifetime (for Lifetime Achievement Awards)
What Counts as Eligible Service
Eligible volunteer service includes unpaid acts of volunteer service benefitting others. Please note:
- Service through National service programs that provide a stipend (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) may count towards the Lifetime Achievement Award, but not for the annual Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards)
- Travel stipends, transit/parking passes, membership passes, expense reimbursements, and other nominal volunteer support do not impact service eligibility
The following do not qualify as eligible service:
- Donating funds
- Political lobbying (non-partisan voter registration is an eligible activity)
- Religious instruction, worship services, or proselytizing
- Court-ordered community service
- Service performed solely for family members
Ready to Volunteer?
Volunteering with RenLUG is open to members and non-members, teens and adults. Whether you want to help at a public event, support a STEM program, or assist with setup and logistics — there’s a role for you.
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