Welcome
Founded in 1956 in the UK by Her Majesty The Queen's husband, HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, the international Duke of Edinburgh's Award is a non-competitive, self-development program for youth ages 14 to 25. Dedicated to achievement in community service, physical fitness, special skills, and adventurous journey, the Award aims to build self-esteem and promote character development within every participant. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an exciting, non-competitive experience that cultivates and instills confidence and self-worth within every participant. Through its proven and trusted quality framework, participants enjoy an unparalleled experience that hones their talents and skills and instills within them a crucial sense of belonging and achievement.
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Do The Award
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an exciting, non-competitive and self-development program for youth. Through school activities and extra-curricular involvement, many youth are already fulfilling the requirements to receive the Award. A wide variety of activities and skill sets satisfy the Award program’s basic requirements, maintaining participant motivation and driving advancement in physical fitness, special skills, community service, and adventurous journey.learn more
Support The Award
There are many ways to get involved with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, but volunteering is one of the most important and most rewarding roles. Volunteers carry the weight of this organization and make the national program run effortlessly and smoothly. Teachers, parents, coaches, mentors, and patrons play comprise an integral part of our operations.DONATE NOW
What's New
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Young Americans’ Challenge, Inc., is pleased to announce Joshua S. Randle as their new National Executive Director.learn more Associated Press
