Partner Organizations and Programs We Participate In

Partner Organizations

We are proud to collaborate with a diverse group of organizations that support volunteers, workforce development, education, certification readiness, community service and lifelong learning. These partners align with our mission to celebrate the contributions of all volunteers and strengthen community impact.

BBB of Southern Colorado

The Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado is a nonprofit organization that has served 25 counties in southern Colorado since 1980. Their mission is to foster marketplace trust by accrediting businesses and charities, educating consumers, resolving disputes, and promoting transparency. (BBB)

As a partner, Global Volunteer Recognition Program ensures that our nonprofit operations uphold standards of accountability and trust, aligning with BBB’s guiding principles.
Website: BBB of Southern Colorado

BBB4Good

BBB4Good is an initiative under the BBB umbrella focused on verifying purpose-driven businesses and nonprofits. To become BBB4Good Verified, an organization must show authentic social impact, transparency, and community engagement beyond standard BBB accreditation. (BBB)

By participating in BBB4Good, we underscore our commitment to ethical volunteer recognition, accountability, and aligning volunteering with values-based action.
Website: BBB4Good

Barrett Pharmacy Technician Certification Academy LLC

Barrett Pharmacy Technician Certification Academy LLC provides comprehensive online training designed to prepare learners for pharmacy technician certification and real-world pharmacy practice. The academy offers flexible, self-paced and guided coursework that covers federal pharmacy requirements, medication safety, quality assurance, pharmacy calculations and order processing. Training options range from foundational study to career-ready certification packages with resume and interview guidance. This partnership supports volunteers and community members pursuing healthcare careers and enhances opportunities for meaningful service and professional growth.

Website: Barrett Pharmacy Technician Certification Academy LLC 

AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps is a federal service program in the United States that engages adults in public service work to meet community needs in areas such as education, public safety, disaster relief, and more. Volunteers serving under AmeriCorps often gain skills, professional development, and educational awards.

Though not a direct “partner” in the sense of co-branding, we actively work with AmeriCorps programs to recognize volunteers who also serve under AmeriCorps placements. This synergy helps amplify visibility of volunteer hours and ensures that service is honored on multiple platforms.

President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)

The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is a national honor that recognizes individuals, families, and groups who have achieved a high level of volunteer service to their communities. It has been administered through AmeriCorps. (upchieve.org)

However, as of May 27, 2025, AmeriCorps has temporarily paused the PVSA program, affecting all certifying organizations. (upchieve.org)
We remain committed to reinstating recognition pathways for volunteers and are actively monitoring updates from AmeriCorps regarding the PVSA resumption.

Learn more: Upchieve: PVSA update

CO150AM250

CO150AM250 is a program that originates in Colorado (statewide) focused on combining historical honor, volunteer mobilization, and civic engagement (often in relation to Colorado’s sesquicentennial and beyond).

Our participation in CO150am250 allows us to align Colorado’s volunteer heritage with modern recognition. It deepens local roots and helps us support volunteers in Colorado with relevance to statewide initiatives.

You Gotta Have Faith

You Gotta Have Faith is a nonprofit group focused on empowering women, promoting faith, and supporting underserved communities through volunteer engagement and mutual encouragement. (Facebook presence: “You Gotta Have Faith – Women Supporting Women”) (Facebook)

We partner with them to provide volunteer support, recognition, and amplify their outreach. By partnering closely, we validate and highlight grassroots organizations doing meaningful local work.

Pageant Lab

Pageant Lab was established in 2015 with a mission to redefine beauty within the pageant industry. Founder Elizabeth J. Cron, a multi-time international titleholder and President’s Volunteer Service Award recipient, mentors queens of all ages to live authentically while aligning their personal purpose with service to the greater good. Pageant Lab provides coaching and mentorship to help titleholders grow their confidence, leadership, and community impact.

Pageant Lab is currently accepting mentees for the 2026 pageant season.

We partner with Pageant Lab because they encourage titleholders to use their platforms for meaningful service and community impact, values that closely align with the mission of the Global Volunteer Recognition Program to celebrate and recognize volunteers worldwide.

Why These Partnerships Matter

• Trust & credibility: Partnering with established organizations (BBB, AmeriCorps) strengthens our integrity signals to users and search engines alike.

• Recognition reach: Volunteers who serve under these programs may earn dual recognition (ours and theirs), increasing visibility and impact.

• Shared values: Each organization emphasizes transparency, accountability, and meaningful service—values that align with our mission.

• Local + national presence: Our mix of statewide (CO150AM250, BBB), national (AmeriCorps, PVSA), and community (You Gotta Have Faith) partners enables both wide reach and deep local connection. 

How Partner Organizations Support Our Mission

Partner organizations work with us to:

• Provide educational pathways that expand volunteer leadership and professional skills
• Support service-oriented training that increases volunteer capacity
• Enhance community reach through shared resources and recognition programs
• Create opportunities that connect volunteers with career and service growth

This collective network strengthens our ability to empower volunteers, recognize achievements and cultivate long-term impact.

Ready to Grow Your Impact?

Explore our volunteer opportunities, leadership certification programs and membership benefits designed to help you expand your service, build professional skills and receive the recognition you deserve. Whether you are just getting started or leading initiatives in your community, we provide pathways to support your journey.

• Explore Volunteer Opportunities
• View Leadership Academy Courses
• Learn About Membership Benefits