Scouting’s diversity helps boys learn what it means to be an American. And the BSA embraces that fact by encouraging the growth of the program in underserved communities.
That commitment became even more noticeable in 2004 with the Asian-American Spirit of Scouting Service Award. The award has a simple purpose: to honor adults who demonstrate steadfast devotion to bringing Scouting opportunities to Asian-American youth.
The award, available to people of any race, is a national award. But each local council submits nominees to the national BSA office. Once approved, worthy Scouters receive the purple, black, and white knot at a meaningful ceremony in their community.
More important than the knot, though, is the act of sharing the BSA’s values with youth who otherwise might not have known about Scouting.
For the application and more information, click here (PDF).
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