The APPA Unsung Hero Award recognizes individuals whose commitment and selfless dedication to APPA is demonstrated by means of their consistent volunteer service at the regional, state, and/or local chapter level. Nominations for the Unsung Hero Award were solicited from Regional and Chapter Officers and were submitted for consideration by the APPA President, who selected the recipients. Below are ERAPPA members that have received this distinction:
| Year | Recipient | Educational Institution | Chapter |
| 2018 | Patty Smith | New Jersey City University | NJAPPA |
| 2018 | Kevin Gallinger | Carleton University | OAPPA |
| 2013 | Dianne Gravatt | Rutgers University | NJAPPA |
| 2012 | Peter Buchhiet | University of Pittsburg – Bradford | KAPPA |
| 2012 | Bob Britton | Syracuse University | NYAPPA |
| 2011 | Neal Lespasio | Emerson College | SNEAPPA |
| 2010 | Bob Britton | Syracuse University | NYAPPA |
| 2010 | Jerry Hill | Yale University | SNEAPPA |
| 2009 | Terry Pellerin | Worcester Polytechnic Institute | SNEAPPA |