Order of the Arrow honors and awards

It is important to distinguish between awards, honors, and membership levels in the Order of the Arrow – the national honor society of Scouting America. The Founder's Award, the Red Arrow Award, and the Distinguished Service Award are all awards. Any of the awards of the Order of the Arrow (OA) may be presented to an individual regardless of which membership level they have achieved. The Vigil Honor may only be bestowed upon Brotherhood Members.