• The ​George M. Steinbrenner Award
• The ​William E. Simon Award
• The General Douglas MacArthur  Award

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​The George M. Steinbrenner III Sport Leadership Award is an honor bestowed by the United States Olympic Endowment to recognize an outstanding contributor to sport. The individual's recognition must be demonstrated through management, sport organization endeavors, or the enhancement of competitive opportunities. The Steinbrenner Award is based on the qualities of leadership, ethical conduct, and dedicated responsibility reflected in his/her long standing contributions to sport. Nominees must be members of the United States Olympic family.
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Nominations for this award should include individuals who have:

• made sustained contributions to sport(s) in the Olympic movement.
• communication skills and leadership qualities that personify excellence.
• advanced sport at the national or international level.
• improved sport through organizational skills or technological endeavors.
• a record of distinguished assistance to sport organizations through committee work or other responsibilities.

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The William E. Simon Award is presented by the United States Olympic Endowment to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to the advancement of the Olympic Movement.

Nominations for this award include individuals who:

• have advanced the ideals of the Olympic Movement over a sustained period of time through both their actions and deeds.
• through their daily life have set the example embodied in the Olympic Creed.
  "The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but to take part, just as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well."
• are recognized and respected for leaving an enduring legacy to the ideals of Olympism and the Olympic spirit.

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The General Douglas MacArthur Exemplary Service Award is presented by the United States Olympic Endowment to an individual who has exhibited exemplary service to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee and to the United States Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

Nominees for this award are individuals whose:

• exemplary service has resulted in a positive influence on the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Olympians, and Paralympians.
• prolonged service has contributed to the recognition of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Olympians, and Paralympians.
• commanding presence and endeavors have advanced the ideals of the Olympic Movement.
• commitment to relevance is reflected in a legacy of dedication to the service of others.

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