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BOP Program Statement 5300.22 § 13
RECOGNITION OF VOLUNTEERS
At least annually, an event is sponsored to recognize and show appreciation for the time and
effort expended by volunteers. This involves management staff and appropriate program
managers, and may also include inmates who benefit from volunteer programs.
It is recommended this event be held in conjunction with National Volunteer Recognition Week
(traditionally held during April following a resolution by Presidential Executive Order and an
Act of Congress). However, recognition should not be limited to a single week; significant
contributions by volunteers should be recognized on an ongoing basis.
As authorized in the Program Statement Awards Program, Incentive Awards, a Warden may
provide Public Service Awards to recognize private citizens and organizations whose
outstanding acts have made significant contributions to improve communications, services, or
operations in accomplishing the Bureau’s mission. Wardens should refer to this policy to
determine forms of recognition that are authorized for appropriated fund expenditures.
If the recognition event involves the serving of a meal, the Associate Warden for Operations will
ensure that a meal ticket is provided in accordance with the Program Statement Property
Management Manual, which permits meal tickets to be furnished without charge to persons
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whose service to the institution is in the best interests of the Government. Light refreshments
may be purchased at the discretion of the Warden. Non-authorized funds and resources may not
be expended for these events.
History
PS 5300.22 dated 2016-11-07
Provenance
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- bop.gov
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- 2026-09-20
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- bop-ps-2026-09-20
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