The Award for Distinguished Service to Patriotism

 The American Patriot Memorial Pin 

Award is our annual recognition for
Distinguished Service to 

   Patriotism, a public symbol of corporate 

leadership that strengthens our 

communities through service, 

civic responsibility, 

and respect for those who served.
 

Why We Created It

 The American Patriot Memorial exists to serve youth and 

families through constitutional education, 

civic responsibility, and respectful
remembrance. The Pin Award helps build a tradition of 

corporate stewardship—encouraging companies to 

contribute resources such as
financial support, services, materials, or strategic 

partnerships that expand this mission.
 

Who Presents the Award
 

This award is presented by the Youth of 

America's Steward Council—the
children and youth we serve—during the

 American Patriot Memorial
Annual Dinner. Their role is intentional: it ensures the award
reflects real-world impact on young Americans and recognizes
leadership that inspires the next generation.

  Selection Criteria
 

The Pin Award is granted to one corporate leader each year (CEO,
Director, or the organization's designated representative) based on the greatest measurable support and 

the strongest alignment with
patriotic stewardship.
  
 

The Youth of America's Steward Council 

Evaluates nominees using the following criteria: 

1. Demonstrated Service to Community
   Evidence of sustained community service, civic engagement, or public-benefit initiatives.
 

2. Support of Youth and Civic Education
   Direct support for youth programs, constitutional education,
mentorship, scholarships, or service-learning opportunities.
 

3. Patriotic Stewardship in Action
   Tangible actions that honor service and sacrifice—support for veterans, first responders, civic institutions, or patriotic
remembrance.

4. Integrity and Leadership
   Corporate leadership that model’s accountability, ethical conduct,
and respect for American values.
 

5. Measurable Contribution
   The scope of support provided during 

the year, including financial
contributions, in-kind resources, professional 

services, materials,
facilities, or strategic partnerships.

The Pin
 

The pin is a refined lapel design 

measuring 19 mm (length) x 6 mm
(width), crafted in 14-karat gold with an amethyst and ruby faceted tone stones set in a 14-karat gold casement. 

 Only one pin is awarded each year.
 

Partnership Recognition where appropriate and 

available, the American Patriot Memorial intends
to align this recognition with community 

public-safety service honors,
including the FBI Community Service Award, 

to further elevate the
standard of civic leadership and public benefit.