Here are a few ideas that I've used to thank volunteers who work with the Army's Family Readiness Groups.
- Candle - Present a candle with a card saying "You light the way" or "No one can hold a candle to you"
- Light bulbs - "You light the way -- thanks for your glowing enthusiasm."
- Permanent marker - "You've made a lasting and permanent contribution to your group."
- Lucky Charm cereal - "We're so LUCKY to have you!"
- 100 Grand candy bars - "Volunteers are priceless."
- Payday candy bar - "Volunteers don't receive a salary because they're worthless... it's because they're priceless!"
- Gold chocolate coins - "Volunteers are worth their weight in gold."
- Andes mints/ peppermint patties - "Your service is worth a mint to us!"
- Ruler/Tape measure - "It's easy to measure the difference you've made in our group -- you're amazing!"
- Clock - "Thanks for the time you've given to our group!"
- Group's logo Hat - "Our hats are off to you! Thanks for all you do!"
- Shirt - "We know you'd give the shirt off your back... so here's an extra one for the next time you give your all."
- Toaster - "A Toast to a super volunteer! Whenever you use this toaster, remember to toast yourself, too!"
- Plant - "We grow luckier every day you're with us."
Danielle Hamilton