This award, first given to Radio Veritas in 1983, gives recognition to outstanding public service of an individual or organization. On 7 February 2004, the Ateneo de Manila University Board of Trustees renamed the Public Service Award to Parangal Lingkod Sambayanan.
Public service is defined as areas of endeavor that support or complement what government should be or is doing, eg, helping the needy, protecting the environment, promoting public discourse, promoting peace and development.
2023
Koronado B Apuzen
2022
Negrense Volunteers for Change
Jaime Z Galvez Tan MD
2021
Remedios I Rikkken
2019
Rebecca "Karen" Tañada
2018
Atty. Carlos "Chochoy" Medina
2017
Br Carlito M Gaspar CSsR
2016
Tzu Chi Foundation Philippines Inc.
2015
Edmundo G Garcia
2013
Atty Christian S Monsod
2011
Ilawan Center for Volunteer and Leadership
2009
The Coalition of Services of the Elderly (COSE)
Denis Murphy
2008
Eugenia Duran-Apostol
2007
Kaisa Para sa Kaunlaran Inc (KAISA)
2006
Elvira Lopez-Bautista
2004
Teodoro M. Locsin Sr (Posthumous)
2003
Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP)
2000
Fe del Mundo MD
2001
Tabang Mindanaw
Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism
2000
The Association of Philippine Volunteer Fire Brigades Inc
1999
Teresita Ang-See
Rosa Rosal
1998
Roberto A Gana (Posthumous)
Carlos M Ollado (Posthumous)
Archbishop Fernando R. Capalla DD
Dr Mahid M. Mutilan
1997
Rev Jesus S Palileo (Posthumous)
Rhona Mahilum
1995
Jesuit Volunteers Philippines Foundation Inc
1994
Sajid Bulig (Posthumous)
Robin Garcia (Posthumous)
1992
Archbishop Paciano B. Aniceto DD
Philippine Partnership for the Development of Human Resources in Rural Areas (PhilDHRRA)
1991
The Constitutionalist Soldier
1986
National Citizens Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL)
1984
Benigno S Aquino Jr
1983
Radyo Veritas
Criteria for Nomination and Selection
The public service must have been rendered continuously over a significant length of time and in a manner worthy of emulation and distinction as good role models for the youth.
The spirit of volunteerism should be evident in the delivery of the public service which does not ask for or take anything in return, except perhaps the satisfaction that comes from serving God and fellowmen.
Volunteerism is not limited to charitable acts but may include business ventures or work with people’s organizations that address a felt need.
The service is rendered in a professional manner with the appropriate training/expertise and teamwork or leadership.
The award may be given to individuals or organizations.
