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PUBLIC SAFETY AWARDS

Henry County VFW Post 12180 aims to honor public safety officers within our community!


Emergency Services Award

Any individual who actively gives emergency medical treatment, provides rescue service or civil disaster assistance as a member of any public or volunteer company organized to perform those duties and in to our nation's citizens.

 

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 winner! 

Post 12180 Winner (EMT)- TBD


Law Enforcement Award

Any individual who serves in a municipal, county, state, or federal unit tasked with enforcement of the laws pertaining to their area of responsibility. This award does not apply to individuals employed by private companies or security services.

 

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Winner! 

Post 12180 Winner- TBD


Firefighter Award

Any individual who actively fights fires as a member of any public or volunteer company organized to perform those duties and give assistance to our nation's citizens.

 

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 winner!

Post 12180 Winner- TBD


Criteria for All Awards


Candidates must have:
  • Been recognized by their colleagues or those they serve
  • Demonstrated consistent excellence in the performance of their duties
  • Displayed consistent dedication to their official responsibilities over a period of years
  • Shown continuous growth in responsibilities and skills within their profession

Documentation Required
  • Nomination letter containing the candidate’s name, title, address, telephone number, and identifying award for which the individual should be considered
  • One page resume of the candidate’s overall background
  • One page resume of the candidate’s background in their field
  • One page resume of the candidate’s accomplishment and award in their field
  • Photograph (preferable a head shot) of the candidate

Deadlines
  • Candidate packets deadline to post is December 15
  • Post winners deadline to State Chairman by January 1
  • State winners will be forwarded to National by February 1