Luff Award

The most prestigious award presented by the American Philatelic Society to a living philatelist for distinguished contributions - to Philately, to Research, and to the Society.

Hall of Fame

Honors deceased individuals for outstanding contributions to philately. Normally four awards are announced at the Winter Show.

Volunteer Recognition Awards

To recognize the outstanding efforts of our volunteers at national and local levels; and to recognize our younger members whose outstanding leadership is crucial to our future.

Kehr Award

Bestowed annually upon an individual for enduring contributions that help to guarantee the future of the hobby.

USSS - Barbara R. Mueller Award

To recognize the best article to appear in The American Philatelist.

Charlie Peterson Award

For furthering philatelic knowledge through philatelic literature.

Century Award

Granted throughout the year to individuals for exceptional membership recruiting. Recipients receive an engraved plaque.

25 and 50 Year Members

Members who attain 25 and 50 years of continuous membership are recognized each year at StampShow or the Winter Show. Members who cannot attend either show receive their recognition by mail in September.

Writers Unit Hall of Fame

Awarded by the Writers Unit in recognition of outstanding service and scholarship by authors, editors and publishers.