Programs & Awards

After a multi-year pause, the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition is planning to open the 2024 nominations period soon. Check back here for details. To stay up to date on the awards program and other physical activity initiatives, sign up for email updates.

The President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (PCSFN) has a number of programs and initiatives to help inspire you to be active, eat well, and get healthy. The Council also gives out awards that recognize individuals or organizations who have contributed in various ways to the advancement or promotion of physical activity, fitness, sports, or nutrition.

Learn more about each program and how you can get involved, and see past award recipients who’ve made a difference.

Council Awards

PCSFN Community Leadership Award

Every year, PCSFN gives the President’s Council Community Leadership Award to individuals or organizations that improve the lives of individuals within a community, by providing or enhancing opportunities to engage in sports, physical activity, fitness, or nutrition-related programs.

Learn more about the Community Leadership Award.

PCSFN Lifetime Achievement Award

Every year, PCSFN gives the President's Council Lifetime Achievement Award to individuals whose careers have greatly contributed to the advancement or promotion of physical activity, fitness, sports, or nutrition nationwide.

Learn more about the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Presidential Youth Fitness Program

Presidential Youth Fitness Program

The Presidential Youth Fitness Program is a comprehensive school-based program that promotes health and regular physical activity for America’s youth.

Learn more about the Presidential Youth Fitness Program.