The Efficiency Smart Premier Volunteer Contest

You could win your favorite local volunteer up to $500

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Give it up for those who give back! 

Volunteering is vital to building and maintaining a strong, healthy community. Do you know someone who embodies the spirit of service? Recognize the efforts of your favorite local volunteer in the Efficiency Smart Premier Volunteer Contest. Your nominee will be entered to win a free energy efficiency checkupand up to $500 toward energy-saving improvements.  

Ready to recognize a selfless neighbor? 

1. Access our official nomination form. 

2. Submit your completed entry. 

Nominate a volunteer whose dedicated hard work deserves recognition. Just make sure you do so by 11:59 PM EST, April 16, 2024. Efficiency Smart will randomly select five contest finalists from the pool of nominees. 

3. Watch our Facebook page for updates. 

We'll announce our five finalists in late April, at which time we’ll also kick off the final voting. Don't miss a beat, follow us on Facebook. 

4. Cast your vote for your favorite finalist. 

Cast your vote for your favorite finalist. The volunteer will be declared the grand prize winner after voting ends at 11:59 PM EST on May 10, 2024. The grand prize winner will receive $500 in energy efficiency improvements from Efficiency Smart. The runner-up will receive $250, while places 3rd, 4th, and 5th will each receive $100. All finalists will receive a free energy efficiency check-up and personalized energy-saving recommendations from Efficiency Smart.

View full contest rules. 

FAQs:

Q. How many volunteers will win the grand prize? 

One person will win $500 towards the cost of qualifying energy efficiency improvements. Efficiency Smart will provide all finalists a free energy efficiency check-up and a consolation prize. 

Q. What types of volunteers are eligible?  

Anyone who makes a difference in their local community through volunteering is eligible. This includes, but is not limited to, volunteering at animal shelters, local athletic and school programs, food pantries, places of worship, summer camps, assisted living, shelters, and community beautification efforts.

Q. Can you self-nominate?

Yes! If you are named a finalist, we also recommend that you share our post and encourage others to vote to increase your odds of winning.

Q. What type of projects are eligible for the winner?

The $500 can be used towards any energy efficiency improvements recommended by our engineering consultants.  Sample improvements include: 

  • LED lighting 
  • HVAC equipment  
  • Smart thermostats 
  • Appliances  
  • Weatherization