Since 1986, The Ellis Island Medal of Honor has been a prestigious award, founded by The Ellis Island Honors Society, to “honor the importance of immigration to America’s prosperity and celebrate the contributions immigrants and their progeny have made to our nation”.

The Medal is awarded annually to those who have shown an “outstanding commitment to serving our nation either professionally, culturally or civically, among other criteria.” In 2018, Chun Bin Yim was a proud recipient of the award.