Awards Nomination

Scroll of Honor Criteria

The Scroll of Honor is the second highest award of the Navy League on the national level, and the highest award on the region, area, and council levels. It may be awarded to government employees, uniformed or civilian, who have contributed in an outstanding manner to the furtherance of Navy League programs; and/or individuals (including Navy League members), companies, or corporations that have made similar contributions.

During any fiscal year, the maximum numbers of Scrolls of Honor that can be awarded are as follows: Council-1; Area-1; Region-2; and National-5. Approval for awards in excess of the above maximums may be requested from the National Chair of the National Awards Committee. At the national level, this award must be approved by the National Awards Committee; at the region level by the Chair of the Awards Committee; at the area level by the Region President; and at the council level by the council’s Board of Directors. National Scrolls of Honor are prepared by Navy League Headquarters for presentation at an appropriate event. Regions, areas, and councils are provided with the certificate template for preparation locally. There is no charge for these awards. 

Certificate of Appreciation Criteria

The Certificate of Appreciation may be awarded by the Navy League on the national, region, area and council levels to government employees, uniformed or civilian, who have contributed in an outstanding manner to the furtherance of Navy League programs; and/or individuals (including Navy League members), companies, or corporations who have made similar contributions.

During any fiscal year, the maximum number of Certificates of Appreciation that can be awarded are as follows: Council-12; Area-2; Region-5; and National-10. Approval for awards in excess of the above maximums may be requested from the National Chair of the National Awards Committee. At the national level, this award must be approved by the National Awards Committee; at the region level by the Chair of the Awards Committee; at the area level by the Region President; and at the council level by the council’s Board of Directors. National Certificates of Appreciation are prepared by Navy League Headquarters for presentation at an appropriate event. Regions, areas, and councils are provided with the certificate template certificate for preparation locally. There is no charge for these awards. 

Meritorious Citation Criteria

The Meritorious Citation is the highest award under the cognizance of the Navy League's National Awards Committee. It is awarded to government employees, uniformed or civilian, who have made significant contributions to the maintenance and improvement of the national security of the United States and to the strengthening of its maritime forces; individuals, companies, or corporations making similar significant contributions to national programs of the Navy League at the national level; and/or any member of the Navy League who has made a significant contribution to national programs of the Navy League at the national level. 

Recommendations for this award may be made by any National Director or Council President. If approved by the National Awards Committee, recommendations are forwarded to the Executive Committee for final approval. Only five (5) Meritorious Citations may be awarded in any one calendar year, and all are awarded at the national level.

Processing Time

Please note: The Meritorious Citation is a national-level award that requires review and approval by the National Awards Committee and final approval by the Executive Committee. To allow adequate time for this process, nominations must be submitted a minimum of 30 days prior to the desired presentation date. Submission by the deadline does not guarantee approval or presentation by a specific date, as timing is dependent upon the review and approval schedules of the National Awards Committee and Executive Committee.

Write-up Guide for Meritorious Citation

In recognition of [his/her/their] significant contributions to the national security of the United States, the strength of our maritime services, and/or the advancement of Navy League national programs, [Nominee Name] has demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, and commitment. Please describe the nominee's specific accomplishments and contributions that merit consideration for the Meritorious Citation. Include details such as positions held, initiatives led, measurable impact, service to the sea services or Navy League programs, and the significance of the nominee's contributions at the national level. If applicable, include information regarding military service, professional achievements, and long-term support of the Navy League's mission. The nomination should clearly explain why the nominee's contributions are deserving of one of the Navy League's highest national awards.