Volunteer of the Year Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for 6 volunteer of the year awards with awards and criteria listed below. To nominate your choices please complete the 2026 TBN Volunteer Awards Nomination form here. Awards will also be given based on club data for highest number of TBN club rides ridden and most TBN club rides led.
1. Ride Leader Award Recognizes: A ride leader who consistently provides an excellent experience for members. Criteria: • Led a significant number of rides or made a particularly meaningful contribution • Demonstrated good preparation and knowledge of route • Prioritized rider safety and inclusivity • Was dependable and well-organized • Created a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere 3. SAG or Sweep Award Recognizes: Someone whose contributions help make rides more inclusive and accessible, watches out for fellow riders and encourages, steps in wherever help is needed. Criteria: • Regularly contributes without seeking recognition • Steps up to support often without getting to ride, but understands the needs of the riders and leaders • Is dependable and follows through on commitments 5. Newcomer Volunteer Award Recognizes: A newer club member and volunteer who has made an exceptional contribution to improving the experience of club members. Criteria: • Made members feel welcomed, supported, and included • Responded to member needs or concerns thoughtfully • Improved programs, events, or services • Contributed to a positive and inclusive club culture 6. Club Leadership & Management Award Recognizes: A ride leader who consistently provides an excellent experience for members. Criteria: • Demonstrated strong leadership, organizational and administrative skills • Supported the smooth and effective day-to-day operation of the club • Managed records, communications, finances, technical or other administrative responsibilities reliably • Handled challenges and responsibilities with professionalism and attention to detail • Contributed to a well-organized, welcoming, and sustainable club environment | 2. Event Support Award Recognizes: Someone whose important contributions often happen behind the scenes, such as: event route preparation, communications, administration, equipment, logistics, setup/cleanup, online tech assistance. Criteria: • Regularly contributes without seeking recognition • Performs important administrative, organizational, technical, or logistical work • Is dependable and follows through on commitments • Makes the work of other volunteers easier or more effective 4. Event Organizer Award Recognizes: A volunteer who made an exceptional contribution organizing major events. Criteria: • Demonstrated strong planning and organization • Successfully coordinated people, logistics, and details • Handled challenges constructively • Created a positive experience for participants and fellow volunteers 7. Most Rides Ridden Award Recognizes: The member who has participated in the highest number of TBN club rides based on TBN ride report data, not nominations. 8. Most Rides Led Award Recognizes: The ride leader who has led the highest number of TBN club rides based on TBN ride report data, not nominations. |
Past Volunteer of the Year Award Recipients |
2025Chris Seibenmann Roy Bourke (also received Lifetime Membership) Terry Walsh Vicky Laurens Dave Mader 2024Sam Bootsma Manuela Gobbato David Middleton 2023David Middleton Katherine Whitfield Carl Condon | 2022RJ Peterson Mireille Macia Tony Lau 2021David Gagne John Anderson 2020John Burdett Special thanks to: Danny Harvey David Gagné Terry Walsh John Anderson Dinsmore Roach Paul Bourdeau Michael Varrick. | 2019Tony Lau 2018Sandra McCrossan 2017Patsy Cook and Mick O'Meara President's Award to Mary Newman 2016Paul Price and Brenda Sweet |