Awards

The Military Chaplains Association maintains three categories of annual awards.  These awards are a reflection of two major MCA features – ministry profession advocacy and ministry profession support.

The David E. White Leadership Award

Established in 2005 by the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA).  Chaplain David E. White, former MCA Executive Director and Past National President was the first recipient.   Recognizes lifetime commitment as a chaplain, vision for Joint service and inter-agency collaboration, and overall ministry professionalism.  Selected by a committee from MOAA and MCA.  Presented annually during the MCA  National Institute.   Recipients to date:

2005 – Rear Admiral David E. White, CHC, USN (Ret.)

2006 – Chaplain (Colonel) David Lapp, USA (Ret.)

2007 – Captain Stanley J. Beach, CHC, USN (Ret.)

2008 – Chaplain (Colonel) Leonard E. Stegman, USA (Ret.)

2009 – Chaplain (Lt. Colonel) Grover G. DeVault, USA (Ret.)

Distinguished Service Award

Recognizes ministry excellence of chaplains in mid-career.  Awards for Army, Navy, Air Force, Veterans Affairs, and Civil Air Patrol chaplains.  Nominations forwarded to MCA by the five constituent Chief Chaplains.   Presented annually during the MCA National Institute.      [Pending -  Go to a summary of awardees since 2005.]

The National Citizenship Award

Recognizes individuals who make a significant contribution in public service and who support the values and needs of our nation’s military members and their families.   Selected annually by the MCA National Executive Committee.  Presented during the MCA National Institute.       [Pending – Go to a summary of awardees since 1962.