District Award of Merit
Recognizing outstanding service to youth at the district level
About the Award
The District Award of Merit is a council award presented by districts in the same manner that the Silver Beaver is a national award presented by councils.
The District Award of Merit is the highest award a Scout district can bestow upon a volunteer. It recognizes Scouters who render service of an outstanding nature at the district level. The award is available to Scouters who provide noteworthy service in the Scouting program, impacting the lives of youth through service to the district.
Award Criteria
The award is presented to individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Registered adult volunteer with a minimum of three years of service to Scouting
- Training appropriate for the position held
- Exceptional service and leadership at the district level, beyond the expectations of their registered position
- Significant impact on the Scouting program in the district and the youth served
Selection Process
Nominations for the District Award of Merit are submitted annually by any registered Scouter through the district committee. A special selection committee reviews all nominations and selects recipients based on their merit. The district may present up to one award for every 25 traditional units or fraction thereof in the district each year.
Pack & Troop 529 Recipients
We are proud of the adult leaders from our units who have been recognized with the District Award of Merit for their outstanding service to youth and Scouting at the district level.
| Recipient | Year Awarded |
|---|---|
| Jody Silva | 2016 |
| Andrew Rimby | 2015 |
| Eric Silva | 2015 |
| David Weld | 2014 |
| Matthew Prine | |
| David Prine | |
| Glenn Piper | 1988 |
The District Award of Merit
The District Award of Merit is a knot worn by adult Scouters who have provided outstanding service at the district level. The award consists of a silver overhand knot on a khaki background with a blue border.
Recipients also receive a certificate and may wear the corresponding square knot on their uniform. The award is presented at a district or council event with appropriate ceremony to highlight the significance of the recognition.
This award was first introduced in 1942 as the "Key Staffer" award and was renamed in 1946 to the "District Key" award. In 1956, it became the "District Award of Merit" as we know it today, emphasizing its importance as recognition for distinguished service to youth at the district level.
Nominations
Nominations for the District Award of Merit are accepted annually. The nomination form requires information about the nominee's registered position, training, positions held, and specific information about their noteworthy service.
If you know a registered Scouter who has made significant contributions at the district level, consider nominating them for this prestigious award. Nomination formsare available through the district or council.
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