Recognition Every day, federal employees meet pressing public needs—developing medical treatments, defending our national security, supporting underserved communities, caring for our veterans, protecting the environment and more. Yet for many Americans, this vital work remains a mystery. They notice government when it fails, but not when it succeeds. We shed light on these untold success stories, recognizing the anonymous public servants who drive government’s most significant accomplishments and work tirelessly to protect our health, safety and well-being. In so doing, we build public trust in government and underscore the critical role it plays in our democracy. Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® For more than 20 years, the Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® have been the premier awards program recognizing innovation and leadership in the federal government. Considered the “Oscars” of government service, the Sammies highlight the myriad ways our government improves our daily lives and moves our country forward. Since its inception in 2001, the Sammies have honored more than 760 public servants for their accomplishments. Learn more Learn about our impact Visit servicetoamericamedals.org Public Service Recognition Week Each year, the Partnership helps people and organizations across the country recognize the important work of public servants, the people who serve our nation as federal, state, county, local and tribal government employees. Public Service Recognition Week 2024 was observed from May 5-May 11, 2024. Visit our site for resources, event recaps, videos and more. Learn more Podcast: ‘Profiles in Public Service’ “Profiles in Public Service” tells stories about unsung public servants who drive government’s most important accomplishments. Our guests include federal employees and those who benefit from their leadership to demonstrate what federal services and support mean for communities across America. Learn more Blogs Thumbnail for Nominate an outstanding public servant for the 2025 Service to America Medals® Nominate an outstanding public servant for the 2025 Service to America Medals® The Partnership for Public Service is accepting nominations for the 2025 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® program, the premier awards ceremony for career federal employees. Why nominate? The backbone of our federal government is the more than 2 million career employees who work across the country to serve the public. Yet for many Americans, this vital work remains… Read more Thumbnail for ‘A Starting Point’ co-founders Chris Evans, Mark Kassen and Joe Kiani honored with our 2024 Spirit of Service Award ‘A Starting Point’ co-founders Chris Evans, Mark Kassen and Joe Kiani honored with our 2024 Spirit of Service Award On Sept. 11, the 23rd annual Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® gala took place in Washington, D.C., to honor exceptional public servants who are dedicated to serving our nation. At the gala, the Partnership presented its 2024 Spirit of Service Award to the co-founders of “A Starting Point,” Chris Evans, Mark Kassen and… Read more Thumbnail for ‘Who is Government?’ Recognizing America’s unsung heroes with The Washington Post ‘Who is Government?’ Recognizing America’s unsung heroes with The Washington Post Although they often go unnoticed, public servants are the heartbeat of our nation. That was the message conveyed at “Honoring Public Service: The Untold Stories,” an event hosted by The Washington Post to mark the launch of its new series spearheaded by best-selling author Michael Lewis. “Who Is Government?” serves as a reminder to understand… Read more Thumbnail for An inside look at the ‘Oscars’ of government: Meet our 2024 Sammies winners An inside look at the ‘Oscars’ of government: Meet our 2024 Sammies winners On Wednesday, Sept. 11, the Partnership or Public Service hosted the 23rd annual Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. This year’s ceremony—livestreamed through Cox Media’s YurView platform—recognized 25 outstanding individuals and teams working in 20 different agencies and subcomponents. Fittingly, the… Read more Thumbnail for A virtual series celebrated the exceptional accomplishments of our 2024 Sammies finalists A virtual series celebrated the exceptional accomplishments of our 2024 Sammies finalists The Partnership for Public Service’s 2024 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals®—often called the “Sammies”—celebrates exceptional public servants who keep our nation running. This year, we showcased some of our 2024 finalists in the “Sammies Virtual Series,” a four-part LinkedIn Live event featuring several Service to America Medals nominees. Improving the customer experience First, we… Read more News Partnership for Public Service statement on President Donald Trump’s new executive order on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in the federal government WASHINGTON –The nonpartisan, nonprofit Partnership for Public Service today released the following statement from Senior Vice President of Programs Michelle Amante in response to a new executive order prohibiting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility work and training across the federal government: “No matter what you call it, the evidence is clear that drawing on people… Read more Partnership for Public Service statement on federal workforce executive orders The nonpartisan nonprofit Partnership for Public Service today released the following statement from President and CEO Max Stier responding to the series of Jan. 20 executive orders related to reshaping the federal workforce signed by President Donald Trump: “Last night, President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders seeking to fundamentally change the purpose… Read more Partnership for Public Service releases fact sheet on federal remote work and telework The nonpartisan, nonprofit Partnership for Public Service today released a fact sheet with data on the use of remote work and telework arrangements in the federal workforce, as President Donald Trump signed an executive order calling for federal employees to return to the office. While many questions remain about how that executive order will be… Read more Partnership for Public Service statement on federal hiring freeze The nonpartisan, nonprofit Partnership for Public Service today released the following statement from President and CEO Max Stier in response to President Donald Trump’s executive order placing a freeze on hiring for career roles in federal agencies: “President Trump’s directive to freeze federal hiring will make government agencies less responsive to the needs of the… Read more Partnership for Public Service statement on the confirmation of secretary of state Marco Rubio WASHINGTON – The nonpartisan, nonprofit Partnership for Public Service released the following statement from President and CEO Max Stier after Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to become secretary of state. “During his confirmation hearing to be secretary of state, Sen. Marco Rubio pledged to work with a new congressional… Read more
