Received the Boy Scouts of America Silver Buffalo Award

Name: Received the Boy Scouts of America Silver Buffalo Award
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The Boy Scouts of America presented Gates with the Silver Buffalo Award — the organization's highest honor for non-members — in recognition of his contributions to youth development, education, and STEM access through the Gates Foundation. The Foundation had invested significantly in after-school programs, college-readiness initiatives, and technology training for underserved youth across the United States. The Silver Buffalo has been awarded since 1926 to individuals who render distinguished service to young people.

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