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The Distinguished Chapter Award This award recognizes USAFA AOG chapters whose activities and programs serve to enhance and support their local communities and the Air Force Academy family.

Determination of eligibility is based on a simple system whereby chapters receive points for various activities and programs.

To be eligible for the Distinguished Chapter Award, a chapter must complete/accomplish each of the five essential activities:

• Have a Founders Day Celebration.
• Have at least one service-related project or event.
• Send a representative to the Chapter Presidents Conference & submit a report to chapter leader and/or membership following the conference.
• Accumulate at least 150 points for engagement/outreach efforts.
• Submit a list of proposed activities/events for the upcoming year.

In addition to the five essential activities, a chapter must complete enough events/activities to accumulate at least 2,000 points.

Points are awarded in four categories:

1. 5 Essential Activities
2. Engagement/Outreach
3. USAFA and AOG Support
4. Chapter Information

Activity points for the award are accumulated during the AOG calendar year (January 1-December 31). Chapter must submit the Distinguished Chapter Point Accrual Form and required documents by January 31 of the following year. Official notification of award will take place in February. Awards are formally presented at the USAFA AOG Chapter Presidents Conference which is held annually each fall.

Submit your input by Jan. 31, 2026

The U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation offers the opportunity to utilize our CVENT system for registration for your chapter events. This is free service for all chapters. Our team will set up, manage and handle payments that are collected through your CVENT registration site. Fill out the Chapter CVENT Registration request to get started.

Would you like to have an Association & Foundation staff member, USAFA leader or other community member speak at your event? Fill out the Speaker request form to get started.

Request a check from the Association & Foundation to assist with your events or expenses. Fill out the attached form for compensation.

Do you need to set up a Zoom call to discuss chapter events and happenings? Fill out the Chapter Zoom call request form, and we will be happy to set that up for you.

Do you have an upcoming event or need to get the word out about other happenings? We can help you send out an email. Please note that turnaround time for sending out a communication is 7-10 business days. Please fill out the email request form to get started.