We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Council Honors Award recipients! These outstanding volunteer leaders will be celebrated at the Council Recognition and Fellowship on February 7, 2026.
The officers and Executive Board of the Grand Canyon Council are proud to recognize these individuals for their dedicated and noteworthy service to Scouting and youth in communities across our council’s service area. Their commitment inspires us all and strengthens the foundation of Scouting for generations to come.
Silver Beaver Award Recipients
- Karen Albers
- Kevin Forsythe
- Russ Jones
- Mitch Tate
Distinguished Service Star
- David Charron
Meritorious Service Star
- Thomas Collins
North Star Award
- Patrick Greiner
Distinguished Commissioner Award
- Scott Gaddis
- Donald W. Morris
Commissioner Award of Excellence for Unit Service
- Russ Gilbert
- Gil Lau
- Jess Rankin
- Kevin Reeve
- Allen Rose
Alumnus of the Year
- Dan Drake
Award of Merit
- Danielle R. Alfandre
- Michael Fredrick
- Michael Frost
- Stephanie Russell
- Jeff Schwartz
- Brady Voracheck
- David Kendrick Wheeler
- Maria Zarr
Please join us in congratulating these remarkable volunteers who embody the spirit of Scouting and service. Their dedication, leadership, and passion make a lasting difference in our communities and in the lives of the youth we serve. We look forward to celebrating with all of you on February 7, 2026, at the Council Recognition and Fellowship—an event honoring the best of what makes Scouting so special.
To learn more, view the full schedule of events, and register, visit https://scoutingevent.com/010-94628
