Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Ribbon, 1-3/8" x 3/8"

Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Ribbon, 1-3/8" x 3/8" Dimensions 1-3/8"L x 3/8"H Acquired from a Military Surplus Store that went out of business The Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Ribbon is a military award established by Executive Order 12830 on January 9, 1993, by President George H. W. Bush. It recognizes members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including active duty, reserve, and National Guard personnel, who perform substantial volunteer service to the local community Service Requirement: Typically, a minimum of 36 months of volunteer service is required, though exceptional service of shorter duration may also qualify. Examples of Qualifying Service: Volunteer work with organizations like the Civil Air Patrol, Coast Guard Auxiliary, volunteer firefighting, Boy Scouts of America, Habitat for Humanity, soup kitchens, and parks and forests. Approval Authority: Commanders in the rank of lieutenant colonel (or commander) or above have the authority to approve the award