Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, Inc. is proud to present to any Little Brother or Little Sister who is 14 years old or more, and to any High School Big, College Big, or others Bigs up to 23 years old, an opportunity to earn a Congressional Award.

Fast Facts on America's Award for Youth

The Congressional Award is a public private parnership created by Congress to promote and recognize achievement, initiative and service in America's youth, ages 14-23. The Congressional Award provides a unique opportunity for young people to set and achieve personally challenging goals that build character and foster community service, personal development and citizenship. To earn a Congressional Award, participants set and achieve individual goals in four program areas: Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness and Expedition/Exploration. All young people are equally able to earn the Congressional Award, because goals are set based on individual interest, need and ability. A young person is not selected to receive the Congressional Award; he or she earns it.

For more information or to visit on line, visit www.congressionalaward.org

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Fast Facts

Program Requirements

Advisor Checklist

Advisor Guide

Regular Form

Steps

If you elect to participate in this Congressional Award program, please notify your Mentor Manager at Big Brothers Big Sisters, so we can support your efforts and cheer you on!