• ETHAN D. HILL •
NOTABLE RECOGNITIONS
2024 Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizens Award
Youth Service Award
Ethan D. Hill Honored with Youth Service Award at Congressional Medal of Honor Society's Citizen Honors Ceremony
Ethan D. Hill of Birmingham, Alabama, was celebrated with the Youth Service Award during the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's annual Citizen Honors Awards on National Medal of Honor Day, March 25, 2024, in Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Hosted by NBC News Correspondent Courtney Kube, the ceremony recognized individuals and organizations embodying the Medal of Honor values of courage, sacrifice, citizenship, integrity, commitment, and patriotism.
Ethan D. Hill, renowned for his philanthropic endeavors through Ethan's Heart Bags4Blessings and his commitment to the homeless community, was among the distinguished honorees for his exemplary service. The awards event followed a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, honoring America's fallen heroes.
The day before the event, Ethan had the privilege of sharing an intimate and informative dinner with Medal of Honor Recipient Captain Paris D. Davis, Commander, Detachment A-321, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. Captain Davis, originally scheduled to drape Ethan with the Citizen Honors Award medallion, faced unforeseen circumstances. Consequently, the honor was shared with Medal of Honor Recipient Sergeant Salvatore A. Giunta, the first living recipient of the Medal of Honor in the 21st century, who stood in during the ceremony to present the award to Ethan.
Medal of Honor Recipient and Society President Britt Slabinski emphasized the importance of recognizing such individuals, stating, "Medal of Honor recipients know that there are many Americans who share the values we seek to promote through our outreach, and we think it is important to hold them up as role models for others. Their self-sacrifice embodies the American spirit and shows that the opportunity to serve others does not require a military uniform.”
Ethan's recognition at this prestigious ceremony underscores his significant contributions to the community and his dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of others. The Congressional Medal of Honor Society's acknowledgment of Ethan's efforts serves as an inspiration, showcasing that the values of courage, sacrifice, and service extend beyond the battlefield and are exemplified in everyday acts of kindness and generosity.
Ethan D. Hill of Birmingham, Alabama, was celebrated with the Youth Service Award during the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's annual Citizen Honors Awards on National Medal of Honor Day, March 25, 2024, in Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Hosted by NBC News Correspondent Courtney Kube, the ceremony recognized individuals and organizations embodying the Medal of Honor values of courage, sacrifice, citizenship, integrity, commitment, and patriotism.
Ethan D. Hill, renowned for his philanthropic endeavors through Ethan's Heart Bags4Blessings and his commitment to the homeless community, was among the distinguished honorees for his exemplary service. The awards event followed a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, honoring America's fallen heroes.
The day before the event, Ethan had the privilege of sharing an intimate and informative dinner with Medal of Honor Recipient Captain Paris D. Davis, Commander, Detachment A-321, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. Captain Davis, originally scheduled to drape Ethan with the Citizen Honors Award medallion, faced unforeseen circumstances. Consequently, the honor was shared with Medal of Honor Recipient Sergeant Salvatore A. Giunta, the first living recipient of the Medal of Honor in the 21st century, who stood in during the ceremony to present the award to Ethan.
Medal of Honor Recipient and Society President Britt Slabinski emphasized the importance of recognizing such individuals, stating, "Medal of Honor recipients know that there are many Americans who share the values we seek to promote through our outreach, and we think it is important to hold them up as role models for others. Their self-sacrifice embodies the American spirit and shows that the opportunity to serve others does not require a military uniform.”
Ethan's recognition at this prestigious ceremony underscores his significant contributions to the community and his dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of others. The Congressional Medal of Honor Society's acknowledgment of Ethan's efforts serves as an inspiration, showcasing that the values of courage, sacrifice, and service extend beyond the battlefield and are exemplified in everyday acts of kindness and generosity.
2023 AFP Bill Moran Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy
Nominated by Altamont School
2023 Hormel 10 Under 20 Food Heroes
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced its second cohort of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes. This diverse group of remarkable young people, hailing from communities throughout the United States, is working to create a better world by designing innovative ways to bring about a more transparent, secure and sustainable food system.
“We are proud to celebrate the incredibly inspiring people and the transformative work of this year’s class of 10 under 20 Food Heroes,” said Wendy Watkins, senior vice president and chief communications officer for Hormel Foods. “These talented thought leaders are putting their innovative ideas into action to help solve some of the greatest challenges we face in our food system. Their work is making a meaningful impact in their communities and the greater world, and we are honored to know them.”Hormel Foods launched its 10 Under 20 Food Heroes program to celebrate and honor the remarkable food-related achievements of young change-makers across the United States. Starting this year in conjunction with the second class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes, Hormel Foods is expanding the scope of this program by recognizing honorees in three new categories: Rising Stars, Alumni Achievement and Ambassador.
“We are proud to celebrate the incredibly inspiring people and the transformative work of this year’s class of 10 under 20 Food Heroes,” said Wendy Watkins, senior vice president and chief communications officer for Hormel Foods. “These talented thought leaders are putting their innovative ideas into action to help solve some of the greatest challenges we face in our food system. Their work is making a meaningful impact in their communities and the greater world, and we are honored to know them.”Hormel Foods launched its 10 Under 20 Food Heroes program to celebrate and honor the remarkable food-related achievements of young change-makers across the United States. Starting this year in conjunction with the second class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes, Hormel Foods is expanding the scope of this program by recognizing honorees in three new categories: Rising Stars, Alumni Achievement and Ambassador.
2023 Alabama Music Awards
Community Service Award
2023 Finalist-Canon Young Champion of the Year
In the Global Good Awards Sponsored by Canon Europe
2023 Humanitarian of the Year Award
Women's Committee of 100 Birmingham, Alabama
2022 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes
Each year, the Barron Prize awards outstanding young people whose actions serve as an inspirational example of the power we all have to make a difference in the world. Over the past two decades, the Barron Prize has honored 550 young heroes from across the U.S. and Canada. They have helped the hungry and the homeless, invented life-saving technologies, protected our oceans and endangered species, and addressed climate change, almond myriad other initiatives.
