Nominations are now open for The Kings Award for Voluntary Service Know a voluntary group making a real impact in your local area? Want to recognise their amazing work? Why not nominate them for a King's Award? Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this work are celebrated through the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS). Created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS), the Award has been shining a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK for many years. Equivalent to an MBE, KAVS is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and they are awarded for life. Find out more about the Kings Award Manage Cookie Preferences