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The Congressional Award recognizes initiative, service, and achievement in America’s youth.
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United States Congress’ only non-profit and highest honor for youth civilians.

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Whether addressing a community need, growing personally, tackling a physical challenge, or embarking on a great adventure – our youth rise to the occasion.
To put it simply, Congressional Award participants are difference makers.

3,797
Awards Earned This Year

84,103
STEM Hours

1.3M
Service Hours
The Latest

Mississippi Celebrates Outstanding Youth Achievements at Congressional Award Statewide Ceremony
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSON, Miss. – August 6, 2023 – On Sunday, 58 young leaders

Congressional Award Board of Directors Welcomes Six Accomplished Professionals
(District of Columbia, August 1, 2023) – The Congressional Award Board of Directors proudly announces

Extraordinary Youth Achievements Recognized by Congress at the 2023 Gold Medal Summit in Washington, D.C.
District of Columbia, (June 28, 2023) – The 2023 Gold Medal Summit, hosted by The
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