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.

Download the nomination form.

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

The purpose of the Boys' Life Commissioner Award is to recognize and thank commissioners who successfully promote 100% Boys' Life Units. A unit qualifies as a 100% Boys' Life Unit when a Boys' Life subscription goes into the home of each youth member of the unit. Download the pdf for a list of qualifications, helpful tips and the award application.

The purpose of TOYO Teens is to honor Ten Outstanding Young Omaha Teens (ages 13-19) who are making a difference and showing exemplary commitment to improving the Metro Omaha community through volunteerism and community action. The top ten applications will receive a $100 scholarship from the Jaycees and gifts from Village Pointe retailers. To apply or nominate someone, please visit www.omahajaycees.org.

In order to be eligible, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be 13 to 19 years of age before March 14, 2009
• Live in the Omaha Metro area
• Have made significant contributions to the Omaha community through volunteerism and community action

Scouts have unique opportunity for recognition and scholarships 

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.