Additional Awards for Girls
The Congressional Award
The Congressional Award is the United States Congress' award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive. The program is open to all 14- to 23-year-olds. Participants earn Bronze, Silver and Gold Congressional Award Certificates and Bronze, Silver and Gold Congressional Award Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas; Volunteer Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. Earning the Award is a fun and interesting way to get more involved in something you already enjoy or something you'd like to try for the first time. You move at your own pace - on your own or with your friends. This is not an award for past accomplishments. Instead, you are honored for achieving your own challenging goals. Regardless of your situation, you can earn the Congressional Award. The Congressional Award has no minimum grade point average requirements. It accommodates young people with special needs or disabilities who are willing to take the challenge.
Programs of Religious Activities with Youth Organization
Programs of Religious Activities with Youth (P.R.A.Y.) is a not-for-profit organization whose national board of directors includes representatives from Protestant and Independent Christian Churches and the national youth agencies.
P.R.A.Y. offers religious programs and awards for Girl Scouts of all grade levels. For more information about these programs visit their Web site at www.praypub.org then select the Partnerships link.
President's Volunteer Service Awards
Any individual, family, or group can receive Presidential recognition for volunteer hours earned over a 12-month period or over the course of a lifetime at home or abroad. There are eligibility requirements for each age group: Kids ages 5-14, Young Adults ages15-25, Adults age 26+. Girls completing their Girl Scout Gold Award may apply their service hours to the President's Volunteer Service Awards at the Bronze, Silver or Gold levels.
PSATS Youth Awards
Each year, the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors conducts its Youth Award Program to recognize and reward the activities of youth groups. Girl Scouts are encouraged to submit an entry to its respective county association of township officials by September 15 to be eligible to receive a $500 cash award.
