We too have our annual Xmas luncheon; however, we have 5 "fun awards" whereby the Vol.'s nominate amongst themselves. The award must be returned prior to the next years' luncheon; however the Certificate they retain. Simple awards that I made, here's an example: "Creative Thinker" - a piece of wood painted white with a light bulb glued to it and the plaque reads "Creative Thinker". The Certificate says, "individual who does not hesitate to be creative with new ideas". They all receive a general Thank You Certificate and a small gift of thanks, tree ornament, lapel pin. This way everyone gets the same thing, but the special awards were selected amongst themselves, taking you out of the picture. It's well received and they look forward to it each year - good luck! Deb,