Service can take many forms. Some might take the time to mentor. Others might volunteer time at charitable organizations or share their talents without expecting recognition. Who comes to mind when you think of someone who consistently puts others first? A nomination for the NCRF Heart of Service Award is a meaningful way to honor that commitment and the lasting difference it makes.
The award, formerly known as the Jim Bouley Family Lifetime Award for Altruism, is presented by the National Court Reporters Foundation (NCRF) and sponsored by the Jim Bouley Family. The NCRF Heart of Service Award honors court reporters and captioners whose lifetime of selfless service has benefited others.
“This award recognizes court reporters and captioners whose compassion, generosity, and commitment to serving others have left a lasting mark on both the profession and their communities,” said NCRF Chair Meredith Bonn, RPR, CRR. “We are grateful to the Jim Bouley Family for their continued support of this important recognition.”
Nominees must have worked as a court reporter or captioner for at least 25 years and be NCRA members in good standing in an eligible membership category. Their service should reflect an unselfish devotion to others without expectation of personal benefit or reward.
“We wanted to acknowledge that, although how we live is always evolving, kindness and support are still critical to each person’s journey,” said NCRA member and NCRF Angel donor Michael Bouley, RDR, a freelance court reporter from Henderson, Nev. “We cannot do this without each other.”
There is plenty of time for you to tell their story. Nominations received by April 16, 2027, will be considered for the 2027 award. Nominations are accepted year-round, with those received after that date considered in the next cycle
Help bring a colleague’s quiet contributions into the spotlight. Visit the Heart of Service Award web page for complete eligibility requirements and the nomination form.
For questions, contact NCRF Director Jill Parker Landsman at jlandsman@ncra.org or NCRF Manager Alex Vlahopoulos at avlahopoulos@ncra.org.
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