Giving volunteers a small token is an easy and effective way to show your appreciation. For example:

Candle
Present a candle with a card saying "You light the way" or "No one can hold a candle to you."

Light bulbs
"You light the way -- thanks for your glowing enthusiasm."

Permanent marker
"You've made a lasting and permanent contribution to your group."

100 Grand candy bars
"Volunteers are priceless."

Payday candy bar
"Volunteers don't receive a salary because they're worthless... it's because they're priceless!"

Gold chocolate coins
"Volunteers are worth their weight in gold."

After Eight chocolate mints
"Your service is worth a mint to us!"

Ruler/Tape measure
"It's easy to measure the difference you've made in our group; you're amazing!"

Clock
"Thanks for the time you've given to our group!"

Group's logo hat
"Our hats are off to you! Thanks for all you do!"

Shirt
"We know you'd give the shirt off your back... so here's an extra one for the next time you give your all."

Plant
"We grow luckier every day you're with us”

Smiley Face
"You make us smile’’

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