Celebrating the Accomplishments of America’s Public Servants

The Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals (Sammies) pay tribute to America's dedicated federal workforce, highlighting those who have made significant contributions to our country. Honorees are chosen based on their commitment and innovation, as well as the impact of their work on addressing the needs of the nation.

2012 Sammies Finalists Announced

Marking the start of Public Service Recognition Week, the Partnership for Public Service announced this year's Sammies finalists—outstanding federal workers who are making high-impact contributions critical to the health, safety and well-being of Americans.

“The Service to America Medal finalists epitomize the true spirit and value of public service,” said Max Stier, Partnership for Public Service President and CEO. “Their stories showcase the good that our public servants do each and every day behind-the-scenes on behalf of the American public.”

The finalists are contenders for nine Service to America Medals, including Federal Employee of the Year. Medal recipients will be announced on September 13 at a Washington, D.C. black-tie gala.

The finalists’ achievements range from medical and scientific advances for amputees and the treatment of diabetes in children, to helping disadvantaged Americans file their taxes and saving hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars through smart procurement practices.

Twenty-eight of the nominees are from the D.C. metropolitan area. Others work in Atlanta, Houston, Utah and Germany.

See all of the 2012 finalists »

 

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