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Tom Jackson: A Lifetime of Service Through Scouting and Alpha Phi Omega
Tom Jackson’s journey in Scouting and Alpha Phi Omega (APO) reflects a lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and community. A Purdue University graduate from the Alpha Gamma Chapter of APO in 1992, Tom has spent decades contributing to the values of both organizations, earning him some of the highest honors in both Scouting and APO.Continue…
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Thank you ambassadors
Happy holidays, and you all soar! What a great year we have had! You are volunteers, outreach, and educational experts. As you enjoy the holidays, please accept our warmest wishes for a great holiday season! Your work this past year has advanced our organizations and provided wonderful engagement. Your work also meets the requirements forContinue…
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Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, APO Eagles asks you to make a difference in a Scout’s life by donating to the Leaders of Service Scholarship. Our donations are down significantly this year, and while a single day of donations may not put us over our goal, every bit helps. In an effort to spur donationsContinue…
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Dr. Vincent Kiernan
The National Capital Area Council of Scouting America has presented Dr. Vincent Kiernan with the National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award! As the esteemed Dean of the Metropolitan School of Professional Studies at The Catholic University of America, he dedicates himself to uplifting nontraditional students through diverse educational programs. His prior roles at George MasonContinue…
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HERBERT G. HORTON SERVICE TO YOUTH AWARD
Awarded by the National Scouting and Youth Service Committee to an active, alumni, advisory, or honorary brother who has made a significant contribution to the youth of their community through scouting and/or another youth service organization and who has worked to strengthen the relationship between Alpha Phi Omega and the youth service organization at aContinue…
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NOESA – Tinkler
The greater Tampa Area Council of Scouting America has presented the National Outstanding Eagle Scout award to Brother Kenneth A. Tinkler of The Zeta Upsilon chapter at Boston University. This recognition is granted by the council’s NOESA committee to Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or regional level; unlike theContinue…
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NOESA – Wenner
The Greater Tampa Area Council of Scouting America has presented the National Outstanding Eagle Scout award to Brother Warren Wenner. This recognition is granted by the council’s NOESA committee to Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or regional level; unlike the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award, which is a national award,Continue…
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Silver Antelope | Alumnus of the Year
Dr. Spencer A. Long, from Prospect Heights, Illinois, is the 2024 honoree for Territories 4, 5, 6 and 9. Long is the founder and inaugural chair of the BSA Alumni Association Educators Affinity Group, which has grown to more than 170 members and has hosted three national scholarship merit badge clinics. Under Dr. Long’s leadership,Continue…
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MEMBERSHIP MINUTE
Thank you for being a part of APO Eagles! We know you understand the importance of our endeavor to bring together two organizations that we love – Scouting America and Alpha Phi Omega. As you know, our efforts have allowed us to bestow scholarships to three very deserving Eagle Scouts as they embark on theirContinue…
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2024 Scholarship Recipient
Andrew M Carter | Eagle Class of 2023 Simon Kenton Council APO Eagles, a recognized alumni association of Alpha Phi Omega, congratulates Andrew Carter, from Troop 165 in Simon Kenton Council is this year’s recipient of the APO Eagle’s Leaders of Service Scholarship. Andrew’s Eagle Scout project was an impressive 150-foot land bridge that includes an 8”Continue…