Awards

Silver Beaver
Silver Beaver The Silver Beaver Award is presented by the Council for distinguished service to young people and is among the most prestigious of all awards. This is a National Award handed out by the Council to those who've done work in the unit, district or Council level. Nominations are due in the Council office by March 1, 2010.
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District Award of Merit
The Award of Merit is a council award presented by districts, available to any registered Scouter on the district level. Nominees must have provided noteworthy service to youth. Nominations are due one month prior to your district's dinner.  Download the nomination form

Veteran Award
The Veteran Award is an adult recognition. However, tenure earned as a youth may be included in the total number of years registered. After 5 years of registered service in the Boy Scouts of America, an adult may, upon application, receive the designation of “Veteran,” provided the person agrees to live up to the Scouting obligations: to keep local Scouting authorities in the community in which residing informed as to availability for service; and further, to be active in the promotion of the cause of Scouting as circumstances and conditions permit.
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National Court of Honor Lifesaving and Meritorious Action Awards
Heroism MedalNational awards for lifesaving and meritorious action are made only for outstanding and unusual acts that demonstrate unusual heroism, skill, or bravery and reflect Scouting ideals.
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National Hall of Leadership
BSA 2010Nominate someone you know, young or old, who has made a difference in Scouting. Go to the Hall of Leadership section of the 100th Anniversary Website | Submit your nomination here.

Centennial Quality Unit Award
Centennial SealThis newly revised award program is our opportunity to salute those who truly deliver exceptional programs to youth members at all levels of our organization. Read More

BSA Physical Fitness Award
BSA Physical Fitness AwardThe BSA Physical Fitness Award is a national program of emphasis designed to heighten fitness awareness and to help change the lifestyles of American youth and adults regarding exercise and a healthy diet to improve the quality of their lives. Download the application form | Read More

Emergency Preparedness BSA Award
Emergency Preparedness BSAIt is a challenge to be prepared for emergencies in our world of man-made and natural phenomena. The Emergency Preparedness BSA program is planned to inspire the desire and foster the skills to meet this challenge in our youth and adult members so that they can participate effectively in this crucial service to their families, communities, and nation. Download the application form | Read More

Interpreter Strip
Spanish Interpreter StripAll Youth and adult members are eligible to earn the Interpreter Strip and may wear this strip if they show their knowledge of a foreign language or the sign language for the hearing impaired. Read More

Keep America Beautiful Inc. Hometown U.S.A. Award
The Hometown U.S.A. Award is a joint program between Keep America Beautiful Inc. (KAB) and the Boy Scouts of America. It is designed to give recognition to the outstanding efforts of Scouts in their communities in regard to citizenship and environmental improvement. Download the application form | Read More

William T. Hornaday Awards
The fundamental purpose of the Hornaday Awards program is to encourage learning by the participants and to increase public awareness about natural resource conservation. Understanding and practicing sound stewardship of natural resources and environmental protection strengthens Scouting's emphasis on respecting the outdoors. The goal of this awards program is to encourage and recognize truly outstanding efforts undertaken by Scouting units, Scouts and Venturers, adult Scouters, and other individuals, corporations, and institutions that have contributed significantly to natural resource conservation and environmental protection. Read more

The George Meany Award
George Meany AwardIn recognition of their contributions to America's future, the AFL-CIO Executive Council established the George Meany Award. It recognizes union members—men and women—who have made a significant contribution to the youth of their communities by volunteering in the programs of the BSA. The award is named for the AFL-CIO's first president, who gave strong support to Scouting over the years.
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Spirit of the Eagle Award
The untimely death of a promising, exemplary young person represents a tragic, sorrowful occurrence for any family and community. For that reason the Boy Scouts of America created the Spirit of the Eagle Award. This award is an honorary, posthumous recognition for a registered BSA youth member who has lost his or her life in an accident or through illness. Download the nomination form | Read More

Congressional Award Program Partners with BSA
Boy Scouts of America is an official partner with the Congressional Awards programs, meaning that anyone registered with BSA, ages 14-20, can use Scouting activities for their Congressional Award recognition. In fact, many youth are already accomplishing the minimums required for the Congressional Award. The only thing needed is preparing goals in advance and keeping track of the time you spend! For more information, log on to www.congressionalaward.org.

Religious Emblems
To encourage members to grow stronger in their faith, religious groups have developed religious emblems programs. Read more