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About the Award

The Gates Volunteer Service Award is presented annually by the UW Foundation Board to recognize and honor individuals whose extraordinary volunteer efforts have encouraged others to support the University of Washington through time, service and philanthropy.

The award is named for the William H. Gates family as a tribute to their history of outstanding volunteer service and exemplary philanthropy to the UW

First presented in 2002, the Gates Volunteer Service Award follows the tradition of the long-standing UW Recognition Award, initiated in 1976.  It is one of the most distinguished accolades bestowed by the University of Washington.

Questions? Please contact the UW Foundation.