AWO Announces the 2026 Jena Volunteer Award
Without volunteer work, much of what we have in our society would not be possible. Every day, people in Jena stand up for others, take on responsibility, and actively help shape our community. The AWO Regionalverband Mitte-West-Thüringen e. V. would like to once again recognize this special commitment and is therefore announcing the 2026 Jena Volunteer Award.
“Volunteer work thrives on people who dedicate their time, their ideas, and their passion to others. They strengthen social cohesion and make our city a better place to live. With the Jena Volunteer Award, we want to highlight this commitment and thank those who often work behind the scenes for the common good,” explains Heide Broda, Vice Chair of the AWO MWT Board of Directors.
The Volunteer Award honors individuals, projects, and initiatives that demonstrate exceptional commitment to social causes and the community in the city of Jena. Nominations may include individuals as well as volunteer projects and initiatives. Nominations may be submitted by organizations, institutions, or private individuals.
A jury decides on the award recipients. The winners receive a trophy and a cash prize.
The AWO Regional Association of Central-Western Thuringia calls on all citizens to nominate dedicated individuals and projects, thereby expressing their appreciation for their commitment.
Application Process for the 2026 Jena Volunteer Award
The deadline for submitting applications is October 21, 2026 (date of receipt).
By mail to:
AWO Regional Association of Central-Western Thuringia e. V.
Association Affairs / Volunteer Work
Soproner Straße 1b
99427 Weimar
By email to:
verbandsarbeit@awo-mittewest-thueringen.de
For more information and the application form, visit:
Applications for the Volunteer Card are still being accepted through October 15, 2026
Until October 15, 2026, clubs, organizations, initiatives, and private individuals can nominate dedicated citizens for the Thuringian Volunteer Card. Launched by the Thuringian Volunteer Foundation, the Volunteer Card serves as a token of appreciation for people who have made an exceptional contribution to volunteer work. The card is valid for the years 2027 and 2028 and offers numerous benefits at institutions in Jena and throughout Thuringia. The City of Jena’s Volunteer Advisory Board decides on the applications received. Up to 50 Volunteer Cards are awarded each year.
For more information, visitservice.jena.de/de/ehrenamt-ehrenamtscard.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Daniel Meier at 03641 49-2758.