Recognition of the outstanding accomplishments, achievements or service by a Scouter to a Boy Scout or Cub Scout unit over the past year.

The Silver Beaver Award is a national award given by the local Council to an adult in recognition of exceptional and noteworthy service to youth for fulfilling Scouting's aim of providing responsible, mature adults as good models for youth. The Silver Beaver is awarded by the local council, while the Silver Antelope is awarded on the regional level, and the Silver Buffalo is awarded on the national level. These are classified as Scouting's highest commendation and can be awarded to civilians who are not members of the BSA. The Silver Beaver Award consists of a blue and white ribbon and silver charm pendent for formal wear, a lapel pin, and a cloth blue and white embroidered square knot to wear on the uniform shirt.

The James E. West Fellowship Award is a national recognition for individuals who invest $1,000 or more in cash or securities to the Baltimore Area Council's endowment fund. The award is for contributions "in addition to the donor's annual Friends of Scouting gift." While individuals can make this donation on their own and receive this award, the people listed here are persons that the Carroll District have made the contribution on their behalf. Generally, one James E. West Fellowship Award is awarded each year. The James E West Fellowship Award consists of a certificate, a lapel pin, and a cloth green and gold embroidered square knot to wear on the uniform shirt.