In Boy Scouts of America program the scouts are not the only ones who can earn awards. Adult Leader Recognitions are also available to recognize adult scout leaders who serve at the Unit, District and National levels.
There are three ways scout leaders can earn recognition.
- Leaders serve in a scout position, complete the training necessary for position, have the required tenure, and perform specified requirements as they serve.
- Scout peers recognize others for the service they are giving and nominate them for recognition
- Scout leaders give the council or national endowment funds to Scouting and the BSA.
Listed below are a few examples of awards adult leaders in scouting can earn. Other awards are found on the Boy Scout of America website along with the qualifications and forms to earn them.
James E. West Fellowship
Overview
To recognize gifts to local council endowment funds.
Who can earn this award?Presented to anyone who donates at a particular level.
How to get this award?
Complete application.
Silver Beaver Award
Overview
To recognize registered Scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service within a council.
Presented by the National Court of Honor on behalf of councils.
How to get this award
Anyone may nominate any deserving registered Scouter to the council, which selects recipients for the following year. Each council may process their own annual allotment of Silver Beaver awards and shall send a list of Silver Beaver recipients presented each calendar year to the National Court of Honor no later than January 31 of the following year.
Scouter’s Training Award
Overview
To encourage training, tenure in a position, participation, and performance of adult leaders.
Who can earn this award?This award can be earned by Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scout leaders as well as District Committee members.
How to get this award?
Obtain a Scouter’s Training Award Progress Record and Application. There are separate applications for Cub Scout Leaders, Scouts BSA leaders, Venturing leaders and Sea Scout leaders. Once the requirements have been met, submit your completed document to your local Council Service Center to be processed. Once approved a copy should go back to the unit for purchasing the award.
