Coast Guard Distinguished Public Service Award

Distinguished Public Service Award - Aside from the Gold and Silver Life-Saving Medals, this is the highest public recognition that the Commandant of the Coast Guard may award. Distinguished Public Service Awards are given to recognize:
- Extraordinary heroism in advancing the Coast Guard's mission
- Exceptional coordination and/or cooperation in matters pertaining to the Coast Guard's responsibilities
- Personal and direct contribution to the Coast Guard that had a direct bearing on the accomplishment of the Coast Guard's responsibilities to its citizens