Central District Leaders’ Awards and Recognition Banquet
Thursday, February 12, 2026
5:30–7:30 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM)
Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1730 Hwy 45 Bypass, Jackson

Registration Cost
Adults: $25 per person
Youth: $15 per person

Submit Nominations to Rodney Todd (toddfarms3945@gmail.com) or to the Council Service Center (1995 Hollywood Dr, Jackson) no later than Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Scouting is FUN!

• Table Decorations: Units will decorate their own tablescape. A prize will be awarded to the best-decorated table.

• Continued from last year: Units can nominate their Den Leaders, Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Members, and Chartered Organization Representatives for recognition at the banquet. Please take the time to submit a short paragraph highlighting those working in the trenches.

We will continue to accept nominations through January 6 for the traditional awards recognizing our outstanding volunteers. Nomination forms can be obtained at the Scout office or by contacting Rodney Todd.

Nominate a Volunteer

Recognizing the dedication of our volunteers is essential to the success of Scouting America. The District Award of Merit is the highest honor a district can bestow upon a volunteer, acknowledging exceptional service to youth within the district.

There are so many incredible volunteers who make Scouting a great program and we need your help to make sure folks are recognized for their talents and leadership - How will they know they're valued if no one ever tells them? 

See the attachments on this screen for the nomination forms or learn more at https://www.scouting.org/awards/awards-central/.

We encourage you to nominate deserving individuals who have significantly contributed to our Scouting community. To submit a nomination, please complete the nomination form and send it to Rodney Todd at toddfarms3945@gmail.com or deliver it to the Council Service Center at 1995 Hollywood Dr, Jackson, by Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Your participation in this process ensures that outstanding volunteers receive the recognition they deserve. Let’s celebrate their impact and inspire others to follow their example!