FORT CARSON, Colo. — More than 500 soldiers and civilians are being recognized for their volunteer work at Fort Carson. Their contributions amount to nearly 60,000 hours of community service.
The ceremony was held Tuesday at the Elkhorn Conference Center on Fort Carson.
The soldiers and civilians volunteered at several facilities, including the Evans Army Community Hospital, libraries, and the United Services Organization (USO). They also raised more than $1.7 million for the Fort Carson community.
Almost 200 awards were given out Tuesday, including the following:
- Fort Carson Exemplary Volunteer Service Award
- Steadfast and Loyal Volunteer of Fame Volunteer
- Volunteer of the Year
- Youth Volunteer of the Year
- Volunteer Certificates of Appreciation
Several volunteers were also recognized by the Red Cross for their work. ____
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