One of the most popular Exchange youth projects, the Youth of the Month/Year Award recognizes hard-working high school students who attain high levels of scholastic achievement, community involvement and leadership. This proven program not only rewards outstanding young people, but also provides an incentive for other youngsters to strive for equally high levels of achievement. Once a Youth of the Month program has been successfully implemented, the groundwork for conducting an annual Youth of the Year competition is already in place. Selection of the Youth of the Year is simply made from the club's Youth of the Month recipients for that school year. The club's Youth of the Year advances to district competition, and ultimately, an opportunity to vie for the prestigious National Youth of the Year Award. Specially designed plaques and certificates, along with a detailed Youth of the Month/Year information guide and application, can be obtained from National Headquarters. Full award information and application can be found here.
A.C.E. stands for Accepting the Challenge of Excellence. This program recognizes high school students who have made a dramatic change in their attitude and performance during their high school years. These changes have enabled the students to overcome adversities and prepare for graduation. Clubs may also submit their top A.C.E. Award winner to the district competition. Winners at the district level then have an opportunity to compete for the National A.C.E. Award. Full award information and application can be found here.
The Court of Honor was established to honor and pay tribute to Exchangites who valiantly uphold and nobly serve the Exchange Clubs of America. These Exchangites display an outstanding commitment to the ideals and mission of The National Exchange Club. The Court is a living memorial: a symbol of the spirit of Exchange Clubs. Induction into the Court of Honor is the highest and most lasting recognition of dedication to the ideal of "Unity for Service". Full award information and application can be found here.
The awards year begins July 1 and ends June 30, except as otherwise stated. Clubs must follow the appropriate application procedure and meet deadlines for each award.
Download the complete Awards Book (PDF) (updated August 2018)
Awards Listing
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Individual Award Application Forms |
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Membership Growth Awards Retention Awards |
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Service Awards |
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Fundraising Awards Application Deadline: June 1 |
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CARE Award Application Deadline: June 1 |
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The Big "E" Award Application Deadline: June 30 |
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Leadership Awards
Distinguished Club Secretary/Treasurer
Distinguished District President/District Director, Outstanding District, and Club Representative Application Deadline: June 30
Training Report Form (printable PDF) - required for |
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National Awards Application Deadline: June 1 |
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Web Video Award |
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Publications Award Application Deadline: June 1 |
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Public Relations Award |
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Display Your Banner Patches With Pride (PDF)
National Award Submission Deadlines
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| Membership Award Pins Three, 10, 25, 50, 75 and 100 member pins will be sent to club presidents for presentation at meetings. |
Ongoing |
| New Club Builder Award | Ongoing |
| Club Builder Individual Award | Ongoing |
| Charter Club Cornerstone Award | 6 months after charter |
| Distinguished Charter Club President Award | 1 year anniversary |
| Club Membership Achievement Award | June 30 |
| Club Superior Membership Achievement Award | June 30 |
| Club Hat Trick Award | June 30 |
| Club Excellence Award | June 30 |
| National Service Award | June 30 |
| District New Club Building Chairman Award | June 30 |
| Star District President Award | June 30 |
