Marvin M. Lewis Award The Significance of the Marvin M. Lewis Award In recognition of Elks' contributions to America's future, the Grand Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks established the Marvin M. Lewis Award. It recognizes lodge members in good standing who have made a significant contribution to the youth of their communities by volunteering in the programs of the Boy Scouts of America. The award is named for Marvin M. Lewis, PGER, who gave strong support to Scouting over the years. The Marvin M. Lewis Award was introduced in 1998. The award, a recognition approved by the Grand Lodge, gives local lodges an opportunity to submit members to be recognized for their service to youth, and also makes the public aware of the important role Elks play in the community. The Application and Selection for the Marvin M. Lewis Award Marvin M. Lewis Awards will be presented annually at the Grand Lodge convention only. The Grand Lodge selection committee makes the final determination on all recipients. Applications may be found at the end of this document or obtained from the Boy Scouts of America, Relationships Division, S226, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079, or the Grand Lodge. The recommended procedure for selecting a recipient of the Marvin M. Lewis Award is as follows: The Grand Lodge invites all local lodges to submit their candidates for the award. Any person, group, or affiliated council may likewise nominate a Scouter/member for the Marvin M. Lewis Award. The nominees may be submitted through their local lodges or directly to the Scout council. In any event, they must have the local lodge recommendation. The Grand Lodge makes the final selection of the recipients from the candidates submitted. The Grand Lodge forwards the recipient's completed application, containing all of the appropriate signatures, to the Boy Scouts of America, Relationships Division, S226, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079.
Qualification Guidelines The nominating committee of the local lodge may develop its own standards for submittal, but should consider such factors as the nominee's record in (see the front page of the application): Forming Scouting units, especially those to be operated by local Elks lodges. Recruiting Elks members to become Scout leaders and to be involved in units operated by Elks lodges. Taking Scouter training and setting a good example for youth. Promoting Scouting for all youth, regardless of race, creed, or disabling condition. Although a nominee's length of service in Scouting may be considered, no specific number of years should be required. A person's record of accomplishment and dedication should weigh more heavily than longevity. Presentation of the Marvin M. Lewis Award The presentation shall be made annually at Grand Lodge, with no exceptions. In addition, after the Grand Lodge presentation a local presentation can be made at an event such as a BSA local council or district function, or a local lodge awards dinner.
A P P L I C ATION FOR T H E Ma rvin M. L ewis Aw a rd B E N E VOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ORDER OF ELKS Elks and Scouting Community Serv i c e I n s t r u c t i o n s The award is a national recognition approved by the Gra n d Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and the B oy Scouts of Ameri c a. It may be presented to any Elk who has made a significant contri bution to the youth of his or her c o m munity through Scouting. The emphasis of this award is on the importance of being s e l e c t i ve. There is no quota. No honora ry recognitions will be made. Guide for Selection Committee The fo l l owing are some award qualifications. An individual who possesses a combination of these would meet the requirements for this recognition.these are offered as a guide only. H oweve r, they are indicative of what the Selection Committee should be seeking.this list is not inclusive as there are many other areas that could be considered.the candidate: A. Has notably served in bringing Scouting to more yo u t h. B. Has assisted local Elks lodges in fo rming Scouting units to be operated by local lodges and other fra t e rnal gr o u p s. C. Is fully trained in the skills of Scouting and outstanding in the areas of responsibility, humility, and setting a good ex a m p l e. D. Has made a significant contribution to Elks and Scouting by bringing the two movements together to serve the community. E. Has led in offe ring Scouting to all youth regardless of ra c e, creed, or income level, and has been instrumental in organizing Scouting units, especially in inner-city or other low - income commu n i t i e s. N OT E : Wo rk accomplishment and dedication, rather than a specific nu m b e r of years in Scouting, should be the cri t e ria for receiving this awa r d.
Ma rvin M. L ewis Aw a rd The Significance of the Marvin M. L ewis Aw a rd In recognition of Elks c o n t ri butions to Ameri c a s future, the G rand Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks e s t a blished the Marvin M. L ewis Awa r d. It recognizes lodge members in good standing who have made a significant cont ri bution to the youth of their communities by vo l u n t e e ring in the programs of the Boy Scouts of Ameri c a. The award is named for Marvin M. L ew i s, PGER, who gave strong support to Scouting over the ye a r s. The Marvin M. L ewis Award was introduced in 1998. T h e award, a recognition approved by the Grand Lodge, gives local lodges an opportunity to submit members to be recognized fo r their service to youth, and also makes the public aware of the i m p o rtant role Elks play in the commu n i t y. The Application and Selection for the M a rvin M. L ewis Aw a rd M a rvin M. L ewis Awards will be presented annually at the G rand Lodge convention only. The Grand Lodge selection committee makes the final determination on all recipients. Applications may be obtained from the Boy Scouts of A m e rica, Relationships Division, S226, 1325 West Wa l nut Hill L a n e, P. O. B ox 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079, or the Gra n d L o d g e. The recommended procedure for selecting a recipient of the Marvin M. L ewis Aw a rd is as fo l l ow s : The Grand Lodge invites all local lodges to submit their candidates for the awa r d. A ny person, gr o u p, or affiliated council m ay likewise nominate a Scouter/member for the Marvin M. L ewis Awa r d. The nominees may be submitted through their local lodges or directly to the Scout council.in any event, they must have the local lodge recommendation. The Grand Lodge makes the final selection of the recipients from the candidates submitted.the Grand Lodge fo r wards the r e c i p i e n t s completed application, containing all of the approp riate signatures, to the Boy Scouts of America, Relationships Division, S226, 1325 West Wa l nut Hill Lane, P. O. B ox 152079, I rving, TX 75015-2079. Qualification Guidelines The nominating committee of the local lodge may deve l o p its own standards for submittal, but should consider such fa c- tors as the nominee s record in (see the front page of this M a rvin M. L ewis Award application): Fo rming Scouting units, especially those to be operated by local Elks lodges. R e c ruiting Elks members to become Scout leaders and to be invo l ved in units operated by Elks lodges. Taking Scouter training and setting a good example fo r yo u t h. Promoting Scouting for all youth, regardless of ra c e, creed, or disabling condition. Although a nominee s length of service in Scouting may be considered, no specific number of years should be required.a p e r s o n s record of accomplishment and dedication should weigh more heavily than longev i t y. Presentation of the M a rvin M. L ewis Aw a rd The presentation shall be made annually at Grand Lodge, with no ex c e p t i o n s. In addition, after the Grand Lodge presentation a local presentation can be made at an event such as a BSA local council or district function, or a local lodge awards dinner.
R e c o rd of Candidate (Give pertinent facts: d a t e s, offices held, e t c. If more space is needed,please add extra sheets.) A. IN LOCAL LODGE, STATE, AND/OR GRAND LODGE COMMITTEES B. IN BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA E s t a blished Scouting units operated by Elks organizations. Other BSA invo l ve m e n t. C. IN OTHER COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (activities in civic, religious, educational, fra t e rnal, and other fields. ) Recommended by D a t e A d d r e s s City State Zip R e m a rk s No.3-100 1998 Printing
C a n d i d a t e Name Occupation _ A d d r e s s _ City State Zip Local Elks Lodge No. Elks Sponsoring Lodge No. _ Position held in Scouting BSA local council _ (if applicabl e ) Verification That Candidate Is in Good Standing with the Elks D a t e Signed by Exalted Ruler Grand Lodge Approva l The Elks and Scouting Committee certifies that the record of service of the above-named candidate has been rev i ewed carefully and that this candidate meets the requirements for the Marvin M. L ewis Awa r d. D a t e S i g n e d The Marvin M. L ewis Award includes: One medal and ri bbon, boxe d One framed cert i f i c a t e One lapel pin One square knot R e t u rn completed application to the fo l l owing address by December 31 prior to Grand Lodge: B oy Scouts of Ameri c a Relationships Division, S226 1325 West Wa l nut Hill Lane P. O. B ox 152079 I rving, TX 75015-2079 9 7 2-5 8 0-2 1 9 1 The presentation will be made at the Grand Lodge conve n t i o n.