Purpose

To recognize outstanding chapters who have successfully recruited members to their chapters, adding to the overall strength and size of our organization.

Eligibility

All applicants must be in good standing with Business Professionals of America. This award is open to members of the Middle Level, Post-Secondary and Secondary Divisions. Applicants must have at least 15 registered members in good standing during the previous membership year and experience a minimum of 30% increase from their previous year.

An application is not required for this award. The award will be given by the National Center to those chapters meeting the criteria.

Qualification Period

Activities completed between the beginning of the membership year through February 15, 2018 (11:59 PM EST) can be counted toward this award.

General Information

It is not necessary for the individual to attend the National Leadership Conference to participate in the program and receive the award.

Recognition

Chapters with the minimum increase will receive a Certificate of Achievement. The top overall chapter in each division with the highest number growth will receive an Award of Achievement and recognition on-stage at the National Leadership Conference and the overall top chapter in each division with the highest percentage growth will receive an Award of Achievement and recognition on-stage at the National Leadership Conference.

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Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of Business Professionals of America that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to, discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible.