Your Achievements, Recognized and Celebrated

From everyday actions to major milestones, our badge system shines a light on all the ways you show up for the community. Activity Stamps, annual participation badges, certifications, campaign achievements, role badges, and more help illustrate your engagement and growth. Use this glossary to understand what each badge means, track your progress, and get inspired for what you can unlock next.

Activity Stamps

Earn Activity Stamps by completing meaningful actions throughout the community—posting, sharing, uploading, connecting, learning, and participating! Below is the full glossary of all 32 Activity Stamps and what each one represents.

Multi-Level Activity Stamps

Community Ambassador

Community Ambassador Level 1

Invited 1–4 fellow members to the community (and invitees have accepted)

Community Ambassador Level 2

Invited 5–9 fellow members to the community (and invitees have accepted)

Community Ambassador Level 3

Invited 10+ fellow members to the community (and invitees have accepted)

Community Archivist

Community Archivist Level 1

Uploaded 1–4 files

Community Archivist Level 2

Uploaded 5–9 files

Community Archivist Level 3

Uploaded 10+ files

Community Connector

Community Connector Level 1

Connection requests accepted by 1–4 members

Community Connector Level 2

Connection requests accepted by 5–9 members

Community Connector Level 3

Connection requests accepted by 10+ members

Community Supporter

Community Supporter Level 1

Likes between 1–9 items

Community Supporter Level 2

Likes between 10–24 items

Community Supporter Level 3

Likes 25+ items

Content Creator

Content Creator Level 1

Uploaded 1–4 videos

Content Creator Level 2

Uploaded 5–9 videos

Content Creator Level 3

Uploaded 10+ videos

Conversation Contributor

Conversation Contributor Level 1

Replied to 1–9 discussion posts

Conversation Contributor Level 2

Replied to 10–19 discussion posts

Conversation Contributor Level 3

Replied to 20+ discussion posts

Conversation Starter

Conversation Starter Level 1

Started 1–4 new discussions

Conversation Starter Level 2

Started 5–9 new discussions

Conversation Starter Level 3

Started 10+ new discussions

Friendly Neighbor

Friendly Neighbor Level 1

Posted 1–4 profile comments

Friendly Neighbor Level 2

Posted 5–9 profile comments

Friendly Neighbor Level 3

Posted 10+ profile comments

Photo Contributor

Photo Contributor Level 1

Uploaded 1–4 photos

Photo Contributor Level 2

Uploaded 5–9 photos

Photo Contributor Level 3

Uploaded 10+ photos

Single-Level Activity Stamps

Community Regular

Community member has logged in 5 times

Decorator

Community member uploaded a cover photo

Mission Declared

Community member has declared their EcoMission

New Here

Community member profile has been created

Not Shy

Community member uploaded a profile photo

Project Leader

Community member is a leader of a project team

Anniversary Badges

Anniversary Level 1

Celebrates 1 year of being an active and valued member of the community.

Anniversary Level 2

Celebrates 2 years of community membership and ongoing engagement.

Anniversary Level 3

Celebrates 3 years of participation and contributions to the community.

Anniversary Level 4

Celebrates 4 years of meaningful involvement and connection.

Anniversary Level 5

Celebrates 5 years of dedication to the community’s mission and members.

Anniversary Level 6

Celebrates 6 years of continued support, growth, and contribution.

Anniversary Level 7

Celebrates 7 years of ongoing commitment to community engagement.

Anniversary Level 8

Celebrates 8 years of contributing ideas, energy, and leadership.

Anniversary Level 9

Celebrates 9 years of strengthening and supporting the community.

Anniversary Level 10

Celebrates 10 years of extraordinary involvement and long-term commitment.

Annual Points Awards Badges

Wanderer

Members who begin their annual engagement journey with foundational participation.

Hiker

Members who steadily build momentum through consistent, year-round engagement.

Scout

Members who contribute broadly across the community, helping guide conversations and connections.

Explorer

Members who go above and beyond in their yearly engagement, diving deeper into community activity.

Trailblazer 2026

Members who lead the way with exceptional annual involvement, setting a high bar for others.

Campaign Badges

NWF Campaign Badges provide EcoLeaders with the opportunity to learn about and get directly involved with some of NWF’s most pressing campaigns and earn recognition for their efforts. These badges are intended to serve as an introduction to the EcoLeader continuous learning and leadership model.

Endangered Species Badge

Awarded to members who participate in actions that protect threatened or endangered wildlife, helping promote conservation awareness and advocacy.

Environmental Justice Badge

Recognizes members who support initiatives addressing environmental inequities and uplifting frontline communities.

Monarch & Pollinator Badge

Earned by engaging in programs that promote pollinator habitat restoration, biodiversity, and community science activities.

Plastics Reduction Badge

Celebrates contributions toward reducing plastic waste, encouraging sustainable choices, and supporting clean water initiatives.

Wildlife Crossing Badge

Recognizes participation in efforts that promote wildlife-friendly infrastructure and help reduce habitat fragmentation.

Certification Badges

Once you've completed an EcoLeader project, you are ready to start the certification process! Our two EcoLeader Certifications provide a way to nationally recognize the impact of your projects and your personal leadership journey.

Certified EcoLeader Project Badge

This badge is awarded to project teams who complete an approved EcoLeader Project and submit the Project Certification application. It recognizes teams that have planned, executed, and documented a project using the EcoLeaders project framework, demonstrating measurable impact and clear leadership in environmental action.

Certified EcoLeader Badge

This badge is awarded to individuals who complete the full EcoLeader Certification process, demonstrating personal leadership growth built on their certified project experience. It recognizes members who complete all core requirements—including their EcoLeader Profile and EcoMission, core learning tasks, community engagement, project endorsement, and leadership reflections—showcasing their readiness for future civic and career opportunities.

Badge Glossary