Since 1960, the Vasa Order of America has selected a prominent American citizen of Swedish birth or descent to become Swedish-American of the Year.
The program ceased in 2020 but could be revivied with enthusiasm and networking of Swedish American organizations.
[2] Recipients are honored with a Golden Plaque, a diploma, and their name added to the commemorative Swedish American of the Year tablet, which is kept in Växjö.
They are feted with several celebrations in Sweden, including lunch at the Foreign Office, a reception at Stockholm's City Hall, activities at Skansen, a dinner hosted by Vasa, and (sometimes) a reception at the American Embassy.
Recipients can be either Swedish or American by birth, but must have made significant contributions to the relationship between the two countries.