The Committee Service Award is given in recognition of noteworthy service to scouting by unit committee members registered in units belonging to the Potawatomi District of the Northeast Illinois Council, BSA. The award recognizes committee members of a Club Scout Pack, Scouts BSA Troop, or Venturing Crew.

The purpose of the award is to encourage initiative, interest, responsibility, and cooperation from committee members in assisting unit leaders in promoting and carrying out good Scouting programs and to recognize them for their efforts in this respect. Eligible to receive the award are committee members who have had at least one year of unit committee service. Excluded are Cubmasters, Den Leaders, Scoutmasters, and Crew Advisors and their assistants. Each unit can award up to two Committee Service Awards each year.

The commissioner shall consult with the unit leader and decide who is to be recommended. The award is given only for committee service and must be in keeping with the provisions included in the award application.

Upon approval, the nominee will be recognized at the District Awards Dinner. If they are unable to attend, the award can be presented at an appropriate unit ceremony.