In addition to the scholarship, students receive an award certificate, a letter of recognition, and the president's Student Service Award gold pin. High school juniors or seniors who have contributed at least 100 hours of service within the past 12 months are eligible for the scholarship. American Youth Character Award Celebrates good character by recognizing young people under the age of eighteen whose lives of service are models for us all. Applicants earn the award by completing a given number of hours of volunteer service, personal development, and physical fitness.
All participants receive the honor if they complete the requirements stipulated by the award.
Recommendation forms are available from the national office, and candidates may apply at any time during the year. The Yoshiyama Award for Exemplary Service to the Community Provides a unique opportunity to recognize those high school seniors who are engaged in extraordinary community service activities. This program is not based on academic achievement, and high school students may not nominate themselves. The awards are based on the significance of the service activities, the extent to which the service provides a solution to important problems faced by society, and demonstration of self-motivation, leadership, creativity, dedication, and commitment. Nominations are due in April.