Eagle Scout Contest – Florida Society SAR

Eagle Scout Certificate

Contact your local chapter to request a free engraved Eagle Scout Certificate for your Court of Honor.

Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Contest

Recognizes exceptional Eagle Scouts demonstrating leadership, patriotism, citizenship, and service. Cash prizes at local, state, and national levels.

Eligibility

• Currently registered in an active Scouting unit
• Will not turn 19 during the calendar year of application
• May apply once per year (unless previously placed First at National level)

Requirements

Application Components:

1. SAR Eagle Scout Contest Application Form
2. Four-Generation Ancestor Chart
3. 500-word patriotic-themed essay

Additional Rules:

• All entries must be original content
• Plagiarized or AI-generated works not permitted

How to Enter

1. Contact your local chapter for submission dates (deadlines vary)
2. Chapter winners advance to state competition
3. State winners advance to national competition
4. Forms available at sar.org

Prizes

State Level:

• 1st Place: $1,000 cash
• 2nd Place: $500 cash
• 3rd Place: $250 cash

National Level:

• Top 15 winners receive prizes
• First Place winner invited to SAR Annual Congress (travel/lodging provided)

Resources

• National contest info: https://www.sar.org/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-contest/
• Eagle Scout Scholarship Committee: contact the committee
• Education Outreach Committee: contact the committee