Volunteer of the Year - Silver Award Inside Columbia Magazine May 2018 This honor results from an on-line vote by the fans, subscribers and patrons of the Inside Columbia magazine. It recognizes individuals who have made volunteer contributions to our community here in Columbia, Missouri.

Top Chamber Volunteer - Top of the Town Columbia Business Times Jul 2016 "Top Chamber VolunteerFirst Place: Wally Pfeffer, 910 N. College Ave., Suite 5 573-449-0359Wally Pfeffer is an active Columbia Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, and he can often be seen taking photos at events around town. Pfeffer has had a 38-year career at Mutual of Omaha, helping clients plan for and protect their financial future. He is also involved in Boys & Girls Club of Columbia and the Boone County Chapter of the Mizzou Alumni Association. Pfeffer's favorite part about… Show more "Top Chamber VolunteerFirst Place: Wally Pfeffer, 910 N. College Ave., Suite 5 573-449-0359Wally Pfeffer is an active Columbia Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, and he can often be seen taking photos at events around town. Pfeffer has had a 38-year career at Mutual of Omaha, helping clients plan for and protect their financial future. He is also involved in Boys & Girls Club of Columbia and the Boone County Chapter of the Mizzou Alumni Association. Pfeffer's favorite part about volunteering with the chamber is the opportunity to be in touch with businesses across many industries in the Columbia economy." Show less

Top Chamber Volunteer - Inaugural Top of the Town Columbia Business Times Jul 2015 "Top Chamber VolunteerFirst Place: Wally Pfeffer, 910 N. College Ave., Suite 5 573-449-0359"​...The chamber is an amazing group of committed volunteers striving to better our community in so many ways,"​ Pfeffer says. "I'm humbled to be one of them."

Volunteer of the Year Inside Columbia Magazine Mar 2015 This honor results from an on-line vote by the fans, subscribers and patrons of the Inside Columbia magazine. It recognizes individuals who have made volunteer contributions to our community here in Columbia, Missouri.

The Geyer Award Mizzou Alumni Association Feb 2015 Sen. Mike Parson and I were recognized by the Mizzou Alumni Association and the University of Missouri with the Geyer Award. This award recognizes the work of public officials and citizens who have made a positive impact on higher education and Mizzou.http://mizzou.com/s/1002/index.aspx?sid=1002&gid=1001&pgid=507

Columbia Public Schools Foundation Hall of Leaders - Oct 2013 Honored with induction into the Volunteer Category of the Hall of Leaders for service to the School District as a founding member and eight-year board member of the Schools Foundation, a past president of the PTSAs at Fairview Elementary, Smithton Middle and Hickman High Schools, and a co-chair of one and board member of another of the recent successful District bond issues.

Vice Chancellor Service Award Vice Chancellor and Dean of the College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Apr 2013 Award given for volunteer service to the College in particular and the University as a whole for leadership in legislative advocacy in Missouri.

Faculty-Alumni Award Mizzou Alumni Association, University of Missouri Oct 2006 This award is presented to distinguished faculty and alumni of the University of Missouri for accomplishments in their professional lives and for their service to the University.