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It was there when man first walkedon the moon. It was there when apresident struck a blow to an ironcurtain with a single speech. And itwas there when Scouts across thecountry rallied to provide relief inthe wake of Hurricane Katrina.For the past 100 years, it has beenin the heart of every Scout who everovercame one of life’s challenges. Itis the value of being prepared—thecore of Scouting and a statementthat inspires a lifetime of characterand service.As we look to a new century ofScouting achievements, we lighta new fire in the next generationof Scouts. We shall instill in themthe honor and integrity that comeswith being a Scout. We will buildtheir character and ensure they areprepared for something more.We will prepare them for life.

Fellow Scouters,Councils from each region submitted outstanding entries for the 14th AnnualNational President’s Awards for Marketing Excellence. The quality andstrategic thought represented in the materials submitted are impressive,and show the BSA brand presented with creativity and relevancy.I encourage the leadership of all councils to see within marketing apowerful opportunity to grow and strengthen Scouting in the communitiesyou serve. A strong marketing committee, with a well-developed plan andproper use of the BSA brand, positions us to tell our story to the audienceswe want to reach and support our mission to serve more youth.Thanks to all who submitted entries. Congratulations on your exceptional work!The National Council is pleased and proud to be in partnership with you.Sincerely,Rex W. TillersonPresident, Boy Scouts of America

BESTAnnual reportEXECUTIVEDilghamslayburnichettelisonck” CronkserkhisingDorbandC. Edwardsuivel, Jr.ttermansterFreeborngniledhillzalezldrubowskisdahlerinackbertachivingston-FitchgahlerMangusMathewscClaskeycCoskercIntoshllenNealeysonL. PetersoniferillipsowereywntreeakowoderithvikngmanishereiessenTowerserrelkelckerbeckMt. Diablo Silverado CouncilBoy Scouts of America2010 Annual Report Summary2010 Annual ReportConnecticut Yankee Council, Inc.Delivering the programs ofThe Boy Scouts of America and Learning for Lifemount diablo silverado CouncilPleasant Hill, CaliforniaWinnerconnecticut yankee CouncilMilford, ConnecticutWinnerCelebratinga Century,Planning for the Future2010 Annual ReportGreater St. Louis Area Council | Boy Scouts of AmericaGreater st. louis councilSt. Louis, MissouriWinner

BESTENEWSLETTERBoy Scouts of America - Concilio de Puerto RicoComunicándome contigoGACETA DEL PRESIDENTE DE LA JUNTA, ERIC SANTIAGO JUSTINIANO JUNIO 2011La lluvia no nos detuvo– Caminamos por Puerto RicoEn otros lugares, como jóvenes, padres y líderesYauco, la temperatura era adultos que se acercaron aalta, y normal– como la que las distintas tiendasdisfrutamos en nuestro Walgreens a promocionarquerido Puerto Rico. el evento. Y tambiénpromocionaron elAsí, como nuestros niñosescutismo. Eso, para mí,siempre disfrutan, todosfue un gran triunfo. Eljuntos tuvimos lapoder hacer presencia enoportunidad de participar,nuestras comunidades, quede una u otra forma en ellos padres vean en nuestraevento Puerto Rico Caminaorganización un modelo acon Walgreens por los Boyseguir, y también quieranScouts of America y Cáncerque sus niños participen dePediatrico.nuestro programa, es unaEs de profunda satisfacción meta alcanzable.que Walgreens nos hayaAl final del día 5 de junioFue un día retante y lleno adoptado como una de lasde 2011, somos una mejorde satisfacciones.entidades sin fines de lucroorganización, porqueque le brindan servicio a laEn algunos municipios, lacientos de voluntarios,comunidad, para estelluvia nos rociaba y nospadres, niños y ciudadanosevento.aplacaba del calorcaminaron por la juventudcaracterístico del Caribe. Fueron muchos los de Puerto Rico.Lo que ocurrió en Junio Camina por Puerto Rico–evento auspiciado porWalgreens Comenzó Guajataka! Valora tu Vida MEGA Scout Show enPonce Comité de MembresíaConciliar se reúne en Dende la Tropa 55 enMayagüezComenzamos a mejorar el Campamento–En esta ediciónCon la ayuda de sus padres ylíderes, los jóvenes y niñosde la Tropa 86 de Mocacomenzaron a realizardiferentes proyectos deservicio a nuestro Santuariodel EscutismoPuertorriqueño,Campamento Guajataka.No preguntaron, “¿quépodemos hacer?” , sino quepala en mano, amor en sucorazón, y visión de futuro,comenzaron a trabajar encómo mejorar alcampamento.Si hoy visitas el área de“Campfire” de nuestrocampamento, podrás vercomo los jóvenesmejoraron las condiciones,ornato y belleza del área.Piedrita a piedrita.Así es como construiremosun futuro mejor en PuertoRico.También quiero incluir alos padres y líderes de laManada 106 de Aguadilla. “campsite” dondeHicieron un trabajo pernoctaron. Nuevamente,extraordinario mejorando vieron la oportunidad, ylas condiciones de decidieron sin demora queseguridad eléctrica del era lo mejor para los niños.Cruce de Puente Taíno 2Nuestra canoa... 2Tan solo el comienzo 2Comité Membresía 3La foto de Barea 3Valora tu Vida 3Great rivers CouncilColumbia, MissouriWinnerPuerto rico CouncilSan Juan, Puerto RicoWinnerGreater st. louis councilSt. Louis, MissouriWinner

BESTFinance Support MaterialFRIENDS OFSCOUTINGFUNDING FUN, FRIENDSHIPS, AND FUTURES.®Boy Scouts of AmericaLong Beach Area Councilblackhawk area CouncilRockford, IllinoisWinnerDear Friend of Scouting (hopefully, not a former Friend of Scouting),Hi there! We’re two Cub Scout unit volunteers from your local ScoutCouncil, guys you’ve probably never met. We’re definitely not getting paidto write this letter – in fact, we really wish we didn’t have to.Times are tough and gas is high. We’re parents ourselves, we’re paying thesame taxes you are, and yet we’re still optimistic enough to ask you to pleaseread this letter.You gave to Scouting in the past, but not this year. Maybe because youthink you don’t need to that much. Maybe you think supporting Scouting isimportant but not urgent, or maybe you don’t even think it’s important. Well,we have to tell you, donating to our Council this year is really importantAND urgent, because this year marks a turning point for our camps – CampTahquitz, the Sea Base, and Will J. Reid Scout Park.How much can you do for your kids?Unless you’re the football coach, you can’t make your son the team captain. You can’t award himhigh-scorer trophies in front of all his friends, and, once he’s past the play date stage, you can’t managehis social life. You can’t be as objective as you’d like in giving him personal advice. You can’t carryhim to the top of Mt. Whitney on your back, and you can’t give him a lifetime moral compass systemimplanted in a computer chip (yet).How much can Scouting do for your kids?What a parent can do for their kids is not unlimited – but what Scouting cando for them is immeasurable and it can last a lifetime. Unlike other youthdevelopment organizations, Scouting delivers a tried-and-true program ofleadership training, character-development and team-building. (Plus theperks of adventure and all varieties of survival-skill-demanding outdoorsstuff.) More of today’s leaders than we can name have taken a Scouting pathto the top – in every professional field. People like Ron Litzinger (Presidentof Southern California Edison), Rex Tillerson (CEO of Exxon-Mobil), RobertM. Gates (U. S. Secretary of Defense) and Jim Lovell (Apollo 13). All EagleScouts.(OvER)Proudly serving Long Beach, Signal Hill, Lakewood, Bellflower and Avalon since 1919.501 (c)(3) charitable organizationMatthewMinsi Trails CouncilI am very smart, but I got behind because Iwas making bad decisions. Now, I havechanged by doing my work, making gooddecisions, and hanging out with goodfriends. This has been hard, especiallytrying to stay away from old friends who dobad stuff. I have been in Boy Scouts,Pack 99, for three years. My goals are tospend time with my cousins, brother anddad. They encourage me to do the rightthings and keep going. I want to go tocollege so I can help my family by getting agood job.Prepared. For Life.2011 Fundraising LuncheonI would like to be a Founding Member of the Prepared For Life Society: Character Level - at $1,000 per year for five years Achievement Level - at $5,000 per year for five years Leadership Level - at $10,000 per year for five yearsI would like to contribute in other ways: Contribute $____________ for _______ years Please contact me. I have other thoughts to share.ChristianMinsi Trails CouncilMy family moved to Allentown from PuertoRico when I was six years old. Since Ijoined Boy Scouts at Cleveland this year, Ihave had tons of experiences. I learnedmany things: how to fix a bike’s wheel, howto make a derby car, how to be a goodcitizen, and how God is important. BecauseI am a scout, I am seen as a leader and rolemodel for other students. I am applying tobe on the Safety Patrol next year and haveled reading groups this year due to the skillsI have learned at Cleveland and throughBoy Scouts.Prepared. For Life.2011 Fundraising LuncheonI would like to be a Founding Member of the Prepared For Life Society: Character Level - at $1,000 per year for five years Achievement Level - at $5,000 per year for five years Leadership Level - at $10,000 per year for five yearsI would like to contribute in other ways: Contribute $____________ for _______ years Please contact me. I have other thoughts to share.Payment: My check is enclosed made payable to Minsi Trails Council, BSA Credit card: Visa, MC, Discover, American ExpressCard # ____________________________________, Exp. Date_________ Please bill me: Quarterly, Twice annually, Annually Please contact me about paying my pledge with stock My company has a matching gift programSignature_____________________________________ Date_____________Payment: My check is enclosed made payable to Minsi Trails Council, BSA Credit card: Visa, MC, Discover, American ExpressCard # ____________________________________, Exp. Date_________ Please bill me: Quarterly, Twice annually, Annually Please contact me about paying my pledge with stock My company has a matching gift programSignature_____________________________________ Date_____________Name_______________________________ Phone (day)________________Address_____________________________ Phone (evening)_____________City_____________________________________ State_____ Zip_________E-mail__________________________________________________________Thank YouMinsi Trails Council, P.O.Box 20624, Lehigh Valley, PA 18002-0624991 Postal Rd, Allentown, PA 18109Phone: 610-264-8551 Fax: 610-465-4500 www.minsitrails.comName_______________________________ Phone (day)________________Address_____________________________ Phone (evening)_____________City_____________________________________ State_____ Zip_________E-mail__________________________________________________________Thank YouMinsi Trails Council, P.O.Box 20624, Lehigh Valley, PA 18002-0624991 Postal Rd, Allentown, PA 18109Phone: 610-264-8551 Fax: 610-465-4500 www.minsitrails.comwww.longbeachbsa.orgboy scout flyer.indd 1long beach area CouncilLong Beach, CaliforniaWinner6/23/11 11:46:00 AMMinsi trails CouncilAllentown, PennsylvaniaWinner

BESTPositive Public RelationsAberdeen Proving Grounds & The Baltimore Area Councilare proud to partner in increasing youth education inScience, Technology, Engineering and MathPlease join us for a reception launching theBoy Scouts of America STEM Programwith special guestMajor General Nick JusticeCommanding GeneralAberdeen Proving GroundsFriday, October 14, 20116:00pmRuggles Golf Course,The Sutherland Grille5600 Maryland Blvd.Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005Sponsored by Chad GillenwaterPromotional efforts supported by theAPG Army AlliancePlease R.S.V.P. to Ashlea Pinkham:443-573-2519 or apinkham@baltimorebsa.orgbaltimore area CouncilBaltimore, MarylandWinnercapitol area CouncilAustin, TexasWinnercircle ten councilDallas, TexasWinner

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BESTMULTICULTURAL MARKETINGbaltimoresun.comBoy Scouts, sponsors turn out to supportTeam Baltimore in Grand Prix eventBy Sandra McKee, The Baltimore Sun6:33 PM EDT, July 12, 2011Baltimore driver Marc Bunting, who will drive hisPorsche 911 GT3 in the American Le Mans Series racehere in September, turned the engine on and stepped onthe gas. Behind the car, Akil Wise, 11, his brother,Da'Sean, 13, and their friend in Boy Scout Troop 8548,Jabari Gilliam, 13, all jumped and then smiledsheepishly.advertisementsequoia CouncilFresno, CaliforniaWinner"I'm scared out of my mind," Akil said when asked whathe thought about the race car. "I didn't think it would beso loud.""It was like thunder," Da'Sean said."I thought it was awesome," Gilliam said.It was the latest roar of a race car in the city in anticipation of the Baltimore Grand Prix weekend, Sept.2-4. The weekend will be packed with cars, practices and races, as The American Le Mans Series'sportscars and the IZOD Indycar Series, which features the open-wheel cars that compete in theIndianapolis 500, streak around the streets of downtown Baltimore.baltimore area councilBaltimore, MarylandWinnerOn Tuesday, the Boy Scouts, Bunting and a small gathering of his sponsors were at the MarylandScience Center in the Inner Harbor. They came to see the car and talk about "Team Baltimore," the oneteam that will represent the city, and is sponsored by local businesses and will help raise money for theBoy Scouts and other area charities and organizations.In auto racing, when you mention sponsors, you are usually talking about tire companies, auto partsstores or some other major business that has plastered its name on the sides of a race cars. But howabout a dentist, a storied candy company, a screen printing and embroidery company and anothercompany that creates fun, costume rings?That's what you get with Team Baltimore, along with Morton's steak house, which will be puttingtogether a carryout package called "Prime Fuel" featuring grilled tenderloin and sautéed onions on aciabatta roll with chips. That will be part of a broader, year-long program to raise money for charities.cradle of liberty CouncilPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaWinnerPorsche of Towson is the only sponsor with an obvious racing connection, but everyone involved will beraising money for local organizations like the Boy Scouts.

BESTMARKETING CAMPAIGNDENVER AREA COUNCILPicturesquesettings!Cool nights!UnmatchedScouting spirit!Fun andchallengingoutdooropportunities!2012DENVER CAMPING AREA COUNCIL303.455.5522www.denverboyscouts.org/campingdenver area CouncilDenver, ColoradoWinnerthree fires CouncilSt. Charles, IllinoisWinnerbuckeye CouncilCanton, OhioWinner

BESTNEWSLETTERServing the Greater St. Louis Area Council Scouting Community VOL. 64 No. 4 • July/August 2011Successful School NightBegins With PlanningFall membership recruitment is vital to our success in serving the youth of our council.The most effective method of fall recruitment is School Night to Join Scouting (SNJS),held by Cub Scout packs and Boy Scout troops to welcome new Scouts.Classroom visits to invite boys to join take place one to three days before SchoolNight. Scouting is promoted to prospective parents by having key unit leaders at elementaryschool open houses.The SNJS plan calls for eachScout district to set up joining nightsby school districts during Augustand September. Ideally, private andparochial schools will run their SNJSon the same evening as the publicschools in their geographic area. ScoutsThe most successful recruitmentwhodrives by units utilize personal phonejoin oncalls to parents by leaders and attachinga unit calendar or program toSchoolthe SNJS fliers.NightOpen-house visitations allow receiveunits to promote Scouting to parents this T-shirt.informing them about the benefits ofthe Scouting program, introducingunit leaders, promoting SNJS, and providing an opportunity for boys to join and adultleaders to be recruited. Involving the chartering organization in the process helpsstrengthen relationships.SNJS requires an adequate number of unit leaders. Select and train them early.• emcee — comfortable in front of a group; should be in uniform and know theagenda for the evening.• Tiger Cub den leader or pack trainer — prepared to conduct a short orientation andanswer questions about the Tiger Cub program.• registrar — organizes a system to collect the School Night money in an efficientmanner; may need to recruitadditional manpower.• Display chairman — sets updisplays, photos, demonstrations,etc.• additional leaders — answerquestions and help fill outforms.Cub Scouts contemplate the first move withtheir “shooters” as they prepare for a gameof marbles at adventure camp this summer.Adventure camp is only one of many activitiesScouts can enjoy throughout the year.Photo by Christine HummelThe Cubmaster/Scoutmasterencourages all adult leaders in thepack or troop to attend the AugustRoundtable.In addition, the Cubmaster/Scoutmaster:• Attends the council SchoolNight training in June.• Meets with the school coordinatorto check on arrangementsmade with the schoolprincipal for SNJS and openhouseprograms.• Recruits manpower for schoolopen house, classroom visits,parent-son lunches, and SNJScontinued on page 3Scout,12, Honored ForHeroism In Saving FatherBoy Scout Colt Wahl, 12, was honoredfor assisting his father after he fell froma tree during a hunting trip and shatteredboth ankles. The Heroism Award waspresented to Colt during a National Courtof Honor at the Greater St. Louis AreaCouncil’s Annual meeting and RecognitionDinner in May.After his father, Danny, 48, fell 20feet from a deer-hunting stand, Colt cameto his aid and witnessed bones protrudingthrough the skin on one leg. He usedhis father’s cell phone to call emergencyassistance. The property was not markedby a mailbox or address marker, so Coltdrove an all-terrain vehicle through aheavily wooded area to meet the paramedicsand led them back to his father.Paramedics decided to evacuate hisfather by medical helicopter, and Coltled them to a nearby bean field, wherehe stomped down bean plants to createa safe landing pad. He then assistedparamedics in loading the gurney withColt Wahlhis father onto the ATV and slowly droveit to the bean field while the paramedicswalked along side.Colt is in Troop 250, chartered to theKnights of Columbus of Perryville, Mo.Sell Popcorn, Go To Camp For Free!Youth members can attend a Greater St. Louis Area Council summer camp free ofcharge for selling specified amounts of Trail’s End Popcorn during the 2011 sale.Cub Scouts who sell $750 or more can attend a Dad & Lad or Mom & Me(parent included) or a Webelos mini-camp at no charge. Webelos, Boy Scouts andVenturers who sell $1,500 or more can attend a week of Webelos Camp, NationalYouth Leadership Training, Boy Scout summer camp, Venturing summer camp,the Ranger program, or Horse Camp free of charge.There are many other incentives and bonuses for youth members.Units wishing to participate in the Trail’s End Popcorn Sale must return commitmentforms by Aug. 5 and attend one of seven training sessions held fromAug. 22 to 31. The 2011 popcorn sale kicks off Oct. 1 and orders are due onlineon Oct. 28. Popcorn delivery is Saturday, Nov. 11.Greater st. louis councilSt. Louis, MissouriWinnerSCOUTING NEWSYOU CAN USE Silver Beaver ........................................ 4 Boy ScoutingReservations & Lotteries ...................... 9 NAYLE ................................................ 12Special Needs Scouting ..................... 11 Merit Badge Make-up Day.................. 13 Tour Permits ....................................... 10 NYLT................................................... 12General NewsTributes & Honors................................. 4 NYLT................................................... 12NYLT-Pack & Paddle .......................... 122013 National Jamboree ...................... 7NYLT-Pack & Paddle .......................... 12 Cub ScoutingOutdoor Programs Training ................ 10Ad Rates & Publication Schedule......... 2 AdvancementAdventure Camp................................... 6 Powder Horn....................................... 13Beacon Award ................................ 5, 23CampingFall Fright Fest...................................... 7 Special Needs Training Team............. 11Eagle Easel ........................................ 14Centennial Coin Set............................ 22Camping Notebook............................... 8 Important Dates .................................... 7 Wood Badge....................................... 12Dog Care Merit Badge Center ............ 13Council Calendar ................................ 23Camp Staff Scholarship Fund............... 8 Summertime Pack Award ..................... 7Duffle Bag Subscription ...................... 23Indian Lore Merit Badge Center ......... 13Catholic Adventure Week ................... 22VenturingNostalgia Corner................................... 3 Law Merit Badge Center..................... 13 Important Dates .................................... 9 TrainingEvents & News ................................... 14Popcorn ................................................ 1 Merit Badge Make-up Day.................. 13 O.A. Notebook .................................... 11 Commissioner Training....................... 12 Recognition Dinner ............................. 14Service Center Locations ..................... 2Outdoor Programs Training ................ 10 Important Dates .................................. 13GREATER ST. LOUIS AREA COUNCIL • BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICAHeart of America Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaADVENTURES IN SCOUTINGwww.hoac-bsa.orgDecember 2011/January 2012Council PresentsTop HonorsIn This Issue…The Heart of America Council’s top volunteers werehonored at the Annual Recognition Banquet on November16. In total, 19 volunteers were recognized with the prestigiousSilver Beaver Award. Dr. Cynthia Lane and Ret.Police Chief Jim Corwin were also presented the WhitneyM. Young, Jr. Service Award. 2012 “Royal” WeekendAnnouncement (page 2)4cMembers of Troop 522 officially open the 2011Annual Recognition BanquetWork Days revitalizeScout Reservations(page 3)HEart of america councilKansas City, MissouriWinnerPopcorn Sale Tops$2.7 MillionThank you to all the Scouts,units, and volunteers who madethe 2011 popcorn sale a success.Popcorn not only providesmuch needed funds for unitand Council programs, it alsoteaches our Scouts the value ofearning their own way. In total,$2,713,835 in popcorn was soldin support of local Scoutingprograms.Silver Beaverrecipient DickKaufman and sonshare a specialmomentKansas City, KSSuperintendent,Dr. Cynthia Lane, ispresented the Whitney M.Young, Jr. Service Award“Go Big…Get Wild”National Jamboree 2013(page 3)Eagles soar duringDistinguished CitizenDinner (page 4)2012SummerCamp Preview 1Heart of America Council, Boy Scouts of America December 2011/January pages 2012 5-7

Friends of Scou.ng/ Sepcial Gi5s Special Events Founda.ons/Tributes United Way Scout Shop Sales Product Sales Investmetn Income and Other Camping and Ac.vi.es BESTFOS BROCHURECOUNCIL PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEThe Denver Area Council of the BoyScouts of America is dedicated to helpingchildren in our community learn the skillsand values needed to be Prepared. ForLife. A Harris Interactive Poll showed thatchildren with more than 5 years ofScouting experience exhibit someextremely valuable traits:TRUSTWORTHY: 75% of Scouts agree thatScouting has taught them to always be honest and to be aleader.LOYAL: 88% of Scouts are proud to live in the USA and 83% sayspending time with family is important to them.HELPFUL: 8 out 10 Scouts surveyed believe that helping othersshould come before their own self-interest.FRIENDLY: 80% of Scouts say Scouting has taught them to treatothers with respect and 78% to get along with others.COURTEOUS: Almost 9 of 10 Scouts (87%) believe older peopleshould be treated with respect.KIND: 78% of Scouts say that Scouting has taught them to carefor other people.OBEDIENT: Boy in Scouting five years or more are more likely toreject peer pressure to hang out with young delinquents.CHEERFUL: 78% of Scouts are happy with their schools and theirneighborhoods.THRIFTY: 82% of Scouts say that saving money for the future isa priority.BRAVE: 80% of Scouts say that Scouting has increased theirconfidence and 51% rate their self-confidence as excellent.CLEAN: 79% of Scouts say that Scouting has taught them to havemore respect for the environment and their physical fitness.REVERENT: 83% of men who were Scouts for five or more yearssay attending religious services as a family is very important.Please consider supporting our INVESTMENT IN CHARACTERcampaign this year to help ensure every child that wants to takepart in the Scouting experience has the opportunity to do so.Thank you,John A. IkardIt was there when man first walked on the moon.And when a president struck a blow to an iron curtainwith a single speech. It was there when Scouts acrossthe country rallied to provide relief in the wake ofHurricane Katrina. For the past 100 years, it has beenin the heart of every Scout who ever overcame one oflife’s challenges. It is the value of being prepared.The core of Scouting and a statement that inspires alifetime of character and service. As we look to a newcentury of Scouting achievements, we light a new firein the next generation of Scouts. We shall instill inthem the honor and integrity that comes with being aScout. We will build their character and ensure theyare prepared for something more.We will prepare them for life.DENVER AREA COUNCIL10455 W. 6th Avenue, Suite 100 • Denver, CO 80215303.455.5522 • www.denverboyscouts.orgFollow us on:Printed under license from the Boy Scouts of America. All rights reserved.IT TAKES A COMMUNITYTO BUILD CHARACTERINVESTMENT IN CHARACTERCAMPAIGNDENVER AREA COUNCILdenver area CouncilDenver, ColoradoWinnerGIVE TO SCOUTING TODAY!The council recognizes donors in its publications.Check here if you prefer your name not be listed. ______________________________________________________________________Campaign S-12 * We do not sell or share contact information of our members and donors. My company has a Matching Gift Program. My company is ___________________________________Email (please print)* _______________________________________________________State, Zip ________________________ Phone (________) ______________________City ___________________________________________________________________Address ________________________________________________________________Donor’s Name ___________________________________________________________Scout’s Name ___________________________________________________________District __________________________________________ Unit No. ______________2012 Friends of Scouting CampaignPleasesupport:of scouting how scouting dollars serve crossroads of america program budgetayable to Crossroads ofa.q Leadership____________________w # _____ Post # ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________00 Two Scouts Support50 One Scout Support________Donations, count me in at the oneout financial supporterel for future years so Ialify for the Scout Oathries of council shouldertches.________ Date________ovember 30)ber 30)__Balance Due_____________ Expires____________________________gram:____________________friends of scoutingcrossroads of america councilboy scouts of americaIndianapolis7125 Fall Creek Road N. • Indianapolis, IN 46256 • (317) 813-7125Anderson1420 E. 10th St. • Anderson, IN 46012 • (765) 644-6687Muncie3400 E. Jackson St. • Muncie, IN 47303 • (765) 288-0223Hagerstown199 S. Plum St. • Hagerstown, IN 47346 • (765) 489-4552Terre Haute501 S. 25th St. • Terre Haute, IN 47803 • (812) 232-9496101 Years StrongThe world of Scouting reaches into the lives of America’syouth through fun-filled, educational activities. Scouting’sprogram affects boys ages six through seventeen and youngadults to college age, 21. A positive influence on character,citizenship, and fitness is the result. It takes people to providethe support necessary to keep Scouting strong and helpingyouth. With your help, Scouting will continue to teach valuesand ideals worth supporting.what is friends of scouting ?Friends of Scouting (FOS) is an annual fundraisingcampaign that gives Scouters and interested people in thecommunity an opportunity to contribute to the financialsupport of Scouting in Crossroads of America Council. Forthe convenience of all donors, a pledge may be made andpaid at specified intervals throughout the year.Some companies and organizations will match your FOS gift.Ask your employer if they will contribute to the campaignwith a matching gift.FOS is an opportunity for you to give back to the Scoutingprogram. Crossroads of America Council, Boy Scouts ofAmerica, is a non-profit organization that relies on contributionsto pay for character development programs, camps, training,service centers, professional support, and so much more! Itcosts us approximately $150 a year ($12.50 a month) per Scoutto offer this year-round program. We are counting on our“Friends” to help fund these programs and services.| | || | || | || | | Cash/Check(make checks payable to Greater St. Louis Area Council–Boy Scouts of America)RevenueOur Friends of Scouting Campaign provides a significantshare of Scouting funds.Friends of Scouting • 27.8%Camping & Activities • 28.6% Direct contribution from parents,Revenue from Cub Scout Day individuals, businesses, andCamp, Boy Scout Summer Camp, service organizations.Circuit of Fun events, and otherCouncil and District activities.Special Events • 3.4%Awards dinners, golftournaments, and DistinguishedCitizens Luncheons.Foundations &Grants • 1.4%Revenue fromcommunity andprivate foundations.Investment Income &United Way Income • 9.7%Other • 6%12 United Ways across theIncome from CouncilCouncil.endowment gifts.Product Sales • 17%Popcorn sales.Scout Shop Sales • 6.1%Sales of badges, supplies,and equipment.ExpensesIt costs $150 per year to support each Scoutin our program.Management & General • 6.1% Program Services • 83%Overall management, budget and Organizing and serving units,fiscal stewardship, national charter registration assistance, program support,fee and miscellaneous.equipment, Council and Districtactivities, Summer Camp, Cub Scout DayFundraising • 10.9%Camps, liability insurance, advancementRecognition awards,records, maintenance of camps andfundraising brochures,equipment, Scout Shop, adult leaderannual report, sitetrainings, professional and clerical staff,rentals, catering, postagescholarships, postage and printing.and supplies.6.1%10.9%83% Visa or MasterCard| |EXPIRATION DATESignature: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________ Pledge — indicate your desired billing option: One Time (immediately)or Month: ____________________ Quarterly (immediately, April, July,October) Monthly (immediately through December)Total Contribution:$________________Paid Now:$________________Balance Due:$________________4 Scouts: 2 Scouts: 1 Scout:$592 $296 $148Other:$______________Unit: $5,000 Leader: $2,500 Den or Patrol: $1,250Greater st. louis councilSt. Louis, MissouriWinnerNo Year__________www.crossroadsbsa.orgcrossroads of america CouncilIndianapolis, IndianaWinner

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