Charitable Trusts and Civic Awards

Our Highest Honour, and our Greatest  Contribution to Charity

The Cross of Sacrifice of the Volunteer is an award designed to honour the virtues that Western Civilization has been built on since the time of the Roman Empire: virtues such as Christian charity, fellowship, and everyday sacrifice. It is awarded to people outside our Society whose daily choices embody the spirit of “service above self” exemplified by the four words engraved upon it: Fidelity, Charity, Humility, Agape

Those who are eligable for this award include, but are not limited to:

• Family Caregivers

Individuals who devote themselves to caring for relatives with dementia, chronic illness, or other disabilities, day in and day out, without expectation of reward

• Foster Parents/Guardians

Those who foster one or more children and successfully raise them to stand on their own and become kind upstanding members of society.

• Mothers and Homemakers

Mothers who sacrifice careers, social activities, and many other things to lovingly and responsibly care for a household; cooking, cleaning, and caring for children despite pressure from the State, from financial burdens, or from social stigmas.

• Animal Caregivers

Individuals who run animal shelters, "foster" stray cats or dogs,  or participate in wildlife rehabilitation programs.

• Charitable Volunteers

Those who give their time and energy to nonprofit endeavors---staffing charity shops, furniture restores, soup kitchens and homeless shelters, or aiding relief efforts in times of crisis.

• Environmental Stewards

Volunteers who patrol local parks, roadways, and woodlands to remove litter, or who salvage reusable items from refuse, guiding neighbors in recycling and re‑homing goods through “buy nothing” networks and charity outlets.

• Neighborhood Pillars

Community members who keep a watchful, caring eye on their neighbors—lending a hand with errands, yard work, or companionship, forging bonds of mutual aid and resilience.

• Elder and Youth Supporters

Those who brighten the lives of others by volunteering in elder‑care residences, public libraries, children’s events, or educational programs—creating moments of joy and learning across generations.

• True Loyalists

Those who -by personal choice- sacrifice much in service and true devotion to God, King, and Country, through patriotic acts excluding those found in their country's armed forces. For example, those who volunteer at their local Veteran's Legion, support homeless or disabled veterans, volunteer consistently during Remembrance Day Ceremonies, re-enact important historical battles or daily life thus keeping their history alive, or volunteer with various historical societies, and civic education societies such as the Monarchist League of Canada.


How to Recommend Someone:

Through bestowing the Cross of Sacrifice of the Volunteer, the Society of Augustus honours the quiet courage and unwavering dedication of ordinary people whose generosity transforms lives and uplifts communities.  We believe that those who willingly bear a cross in their daily lives in service of others should be recognized for that passion-bearing, and that those who bore a cross of strain  (metaphorically) at their expense, will now wear a cross of gold (physically) at our expense.

If you have someone you know who fits any of these ideals, we at the Society encourage you to write to us to recommend them for an award, as we believe all who sacrifice in service of virtuous goals should be recognized for it, and if their governments will not recognize them, we will.

We will read all correspondence on this matter and seriously consider any and all recommendations. While our standards for this award are high, we also believe no one should be overlooked, and we will eventually be introducing a Cross of Sacrifice Second Class in Silver and a Cross of Sacrifice Third Class in Bronze to ensure that no life of service is overlooked, but also that each one is rewarded according to its efforts.


What you get if you are awarded:

If the case of the person who is recommended meets all the requirements and is successfully approved by the board, the awardee in question will receive:

1 (one) Medal awarded to the recipient to be worn at with Formal Dress and at Society Events
1 (one) Miniature version to be worn as a lapel pin with daily wear
1 (one) Letter of Congratulation addressed to the recipient by name
1 (one) Certificate of authenticity signed by members of the board and by the Director to prove the award is genuine
1 (one) photograph and paragraph on our website listed among other recipients of the award


Caveat:
The Society of  Augustus reserves the right to demand an award be reliquished if the recipient in question later committs acts not in keeping with the standards of our society, such as:
Murder
Scandal
Treason
Blind Hatred
etc.

Such instances will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

To acknowledge the vital support from our external members and volunteers, we also present the Caesaria Medal to those who have shown remarkable dedication and service to our cause. This award recognizes their significant impact and collaboration with the Society of Augustu, and is named for our original founder, Edward Caesaria.

Honorary Fellows are individuals recognised for their exemplary service to the monarchist cause and are invited to join the Society by the Grand Master. Unlike regular Fellows, Honorary Fellows do not progress through the ranks as invested members do. Their membership is based on the recognition of their contributions rather than the expectation of active participation. While they are not required to take the Oath of the Society, they may choose to do so on a vocational basis, differing from regular Fellowship.

Individuals may petition for Honorary Fellowship; however, unless proof of extraordinary contributions to Monarchism is provided, acceptance is unlikely. Honorary Fellows may also petition to transfer to regular Fellowship status, which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Grand Master. If accepted, they must take the Oath of the Society and will then be eligible to progress in rank like other Fellows.

The Society of Augustus Lapel Pin is a symbol of pride and membership for all fellows and honorary fellows. This elegant pin serves as a visible representation of one’s commitment to the Society's values and mission. Worn with honour, the lapel pin signifies the unity and fellowship among members, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose within our community. It is a mark of distinction that celebrates the dedication and contributions of those who strive to uphold the principles of the Society.