Cranbury, NJ – April 20, 2026 – AmeriHealth today announced its third annual Be of Service campaign, which celebrates volunteers and corporate citizens committed to giving back to their communities.
AmeriHealth believes that giving back strengthens communities and helps build healthier futures for its members and all New Jersey residents. Now in its third year, the Be of Service campaign has become a signature initiative, recognizing individuals and organizations whose work reflects the company’s core values of volunteerism and service to others.
“Through the Be of Service campaign, we’re shining a light on the extraordinary ways people and organizations across New Jersey show up for each other,” said Mike Munoz, SVP and President of Diversified Markets for AmeriHealth. “Giving back is at the heart of what we do, and we’re proud to honor the efforts of those making a meaningful difference in communities across the Garden State.”
Like previous years, two awards will be available for nomination, with one winner for each category:
- The Corporate Citizen of the Year Award will recognize local companies, nonprofits, or small businesses that have gone above and beyond for the community, with a consistent history of programming or volunteer efforts that benefit the health and well-being of others.
- The Volunteer of the Year Award will recognize an individual who has committed their time and effort to volunteering or other philanthropic initiatives. This person works to address the needs of their community and make an impact.
Winners of each award will receive a $500 gift card plus $1,500 to donate to a nonprofit of their choice.
Members of the public will be able to submit nominations for both an individual or organization that resides or is headquartered in the state of New Jersey. Nominations are open now through Wednesday, May 6.
In 2025, the Corporate Citizen of the Year award went to Covenant House New Jersey (CHNJ), the largest statewide provider of emergency shelter, housing, and supportive services to young people facing homelessness and survivors of human trafficking. Last year, CHNJ helped nearly 2,000 young people through its programs and services. The Volunteer of the Year was Leslie Klemm, a former schoolteacher at William Allen III Middle School and resident of Moorestown, N.J. Leslie retired in 2024 after a 31-year teaching career and volunteered her time to help paint a mural in The Larc Norcross School’s library.
To submit an organization or an individual for the awards or to learn more about criteria, key dates, and submission requirements for each award, click here.
