I AM MAD (Making A Difference) Volunteers Inc., a nonprofit, volunteer-powered group, was among 173 partner organizations recognized by the Department of Education as one of the agency's outstanding civil society organization partners during the DepEd Partners' Appreciation and Recognition national ceremony.

The award cited I am MAD for its 'unwavering commitment, exceptional collaboration and invaluable contribution in support of the Matatag Agenda for the DepEd Basic Education Development Plan, helping DepEd fulfill its mandate in providing quality basic education to all learners.'