What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award?
The Congressional Award has motivated me to pursue goals and activities that have given me incredible lifelong memories and helped me to develop valuable life skills. I feel a true sense of accomplishment knowing that I’ve helped my community and other youth through the voluntary public service goals, grown as a person through my personal development goals, maintained a healthy lifestyle through my physical fitness goal, and completed an adventure at Philmont that most people never get to do through my Expedition goal. Additionally, I was able to meet some amazing people and make friends and connections that I otherwise would not have. These achievements have made me better and more well-rounded as a person.