The third annual Nebraska National Guard Volunteer of the Year award recognizes one adult and one youth who dedicate their time to the betterment of the community. Spirit of America Federal Credit Union (SAFCU) and Cara Loken, 2016 Armed Forces Insurance National Guard Spouse of the Year, have partnered to identify those individuals who are demonstrating a commitment to civic engagement through philanthropic activities. This service can be displayed in a myriad of ways to include volunteering for the military community, civic organizations, nonprofit entities, or through informal ways that impact the lives of others. Nominations for this award must be received no later than March 10, 2019 by midnight Central Standard Time.

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