The Golden Acorn Award is offered by the Washington State PTA for recognition of a volunteer who has given outstanding service to all children in the school community… not just an individual who has donated time to help in his/her child’s class or a staff member who is doing a good job. It is to recognize volunteer service “above and beyond” a particular job description.

WHO CAN PRESENT ONE?

Local PTA units and councils

HOW IS THE RECIPIENT CHOSEN?

A committee is appointed by the president to review recommendations.

WHO MAY RECEIVE A GOLDEN ACORN?

Anyone may receive a Golden Acorn; however, this is a PTA award honoring volunteers who work for children and youth beyond the scope or responsibilities of a job.

IS THERE A COST INVOLVED?

Yes — the donation of $65, which includes the donation and price of the pin. This should be a budgeted expense.

WHY PRESENT A GOLDEN ACORN?

The benefit of presenting a Golden Acorn Award is two-fold. First, it recognizes an individual who has given outstanding service to children. Secondly, it supports financial grants for students pursuing post-secondary education. Donations are made in each recipient’s name to the fund, which in turn contributes to the future of youth by awarding grants to students who are freshmen entering post secondary education.