Back to Blog Recognizing exceptional public servants Date September 12, 2021 | Updated on August 16, 2024 Authors Tags The nation’s preeminent awards program for public servants is created: the annual Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® program. Known as the “Oscars” of government service, the Sammies have honored over 760 federal employees and now also recognize a Spirit of Service Award winner—an individual working outside the public sector who contributes significantly to the public good.
