2025 Medalist

Berkley Garner

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I learned so many new things, like ways to keep myself organized and new social skills. I also met lots of people who will better me in the future. I’m very glad I decided to participate because I felt...

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Taylor Nelson

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Things I have gained by participating in The Congressional Award are all sorts of time management skills, how to approach situations, how to get more involved in my community, how to become a better...

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Abby Harshberger

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have learned the value of teamwork and taking care of your community, and seen the benefits of hard work. By volunteering in food banks, community gardens, outreach centers, and helping run meets and...

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James Neishabouri

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Participating in the Congressional Award program has enabled me to develop a strong sense of community engagement and personal growth through voluntary service, personal development, and personal...

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Kayleigh Hood

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained new learning skills and also new life skills through the efforts of helping others through my volunteer service. I’ve learned valuable ways to help not only improve myself but also my...

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Olivia Reynolds

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? It’s more than just earning a medal; it’s about personal growth and discovering my potential. I set challenging goals, like volunteering and learning new skills, which helped me build confidence and...

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Kinzley Nusbaum

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained many important life skills through The Congressional Award. I have learned humility and patience, as well as honesty and leadership. Without The Congressional Award, I would not have had...

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Cooper Rubich

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I learned the importance of serving others in my community how you have to physically work for goals, and more about myself while participating in The Congressional Award.

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Michael Rubich

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I’ve realized that helping others is not only satisfying but also uplifting—it’s amazing how much joy you can feel from making a difference in someone else’s life. Overall, the Congressional Award has...

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Kimberly Klaassen

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained a broader vision of what serving my community truly is and helped my community to be better as a whole. I have also learned discipline, to be organized, and to challenge myself in...

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Surya Kuchanur

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I was able to volunteer, meet people, and have experiences I would have never experienced if this program did not push me to do so. I learned new skills, like crocheting and cooking. Crocheting is like...

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Luke Salsgiver

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gotten more into the outdoors through the expedition. I have improved my overall physical fitness. I also have helped participate in multiple community events which have helped open my...

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