There are two ways you can recognize your supervisor or employer for his/her support of your military service:
Patriot Award – This award recognizes supervisors and bosses nominated by a Guardsman or Reservist employee for support provided directly to the nominator. Spouses of Service Members are also eligible to nominate their supportive supervisor.
Guard or Reserve - Nominate Here! Spouses - Nominate Here!
Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award – This award is the highest recognition given by the U.S. Government to employers for their outstanding support of employees serving in the Guard and Reserve. Each year, Guard and Reserve employees, or a family member acting on their behalf, have the opportunity to nominate their employer for the Freedom Award. Nominate your employer by logging on to www.FreedomAward.mil and click nominate at the top of the page.