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Apply for Eagle Service Project of the Year

The Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award (ESSPY) was established to recognize valuable service of an exceptional nature by an Eagle Scout candidate to a religious institution, a school, community, or …
Applications Being Accepted for the 2026 District Award of Merit

District Award of Merit: District Award of Merit Nomination Form
Available to registered Scouters who render service of an outstanding nature at the district level.
Presented to registered adult volunteers by districts in the same manner that the Silver Beaver …
Recognizing Exceptional Service: Guide to the District Award of Merit & Silver Beaver

The District Award of Merit and Silver Beaver Award recognize exceptional contributions by Scouting volunteers.
District Award of Merit
- Purpose: Honors registered adult volunteers for outstanding service at the district level.
- Eligibility: Current volunteers who have not received this