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Click on image to view e-Letter The Nov. 1 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. As of Sept. 30, 2013, 62 BSA local councils were using Blackbaud Sphere, generating more than $3.5 million in transactions.
Now is the time to register for your Philmont 12-day or 7-day adventure of a lifetime! Philmont is currently accepting crew reservations for the 2015 camping season. Registration will close Dec. 1, 2013.
Some exciting changes are being made to MyScouting Tools ! Soon, the site will have a new look and feel. Plus, it will run faster and be more mobile-friendly and dynamic to fit on any mobile device. New graphics and videos also will be part of this new look, which will launch in November.
The 56th Jamboree on the Air took place Oct. 18–20, connecting Scouts across the country and around the world through the fun, technology, and magic of amateur radio. Although final results are being tabulated, the initial numbers are impressive. More than 400 stations, representing 46 states and 173 councils, registered their operations in the U.S.…
The National Council has the following lease vehicles for sale: 2011 Lincoln MKS FWD Sedan Approximate miles: 61,373 Exterior color: Gold Leaf Metallic Interior color: Camel Premium Leather Asking price: $17,300 Location: National Council Equipment/features: 3.7L 24-valve Duratec V6 with VCT AM/FM stereo CD/DVD/MP3 player with Bluetooth THX II certified audio 6-speed automatic transmission with…
Click on image to view document The Boy Scouts of America and the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod recently developed a new memorandum of understanding (MOU). This is the first MOU since the National Council passed the resolution that amended the membership policy for youth.
A new Unit Performance Guide will be released on November 1 to help start and sustain high-performing quality units. Under the new methodology, "No Unit Before Its Time," there are four pillars (or steps) of new unit organization and retention: 1) Know the Market 2) Make the Call 3) Build the Team 4) Grow the…
Click image to view newsletter The October 15 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. This issue explains proper accounting procedures for distributing and recording Lowe's gift cards, which are available to Eagle Scout candidates to assist with the financial costs of Eagle Scout projects.
A recent post on the official blog of Chief Scout Executive Wayne Brock shares the story of Venturing Crew 225, which partnered with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management for a unique fundraising opportunity. By salvaging scrap metal from a section of land, the crew learned not only the value of hard work but also…
The Boy Scout Pistol Safety and Marksmanship Pilot Program is accepting applications for the 2014 pilot program. Twelve councils will be selected to take part in the pilot. The goals of the program are to provide youth with the knowledge and skills to safely handle a pistol, retain youth by offering a quality program taught…
Effective Oct. 1, 2013, the official stance on the Boy Scouts of America's uniform policy is that shirts are to be worn tucked in, regardless of whether the wearer is a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturer, or adult Scouter.
Adjusting to a new job is one of the top stressors in life, and that adjustment can be a daunting challenge. Unlike the traditional first day of employee orientation and onboarding when an employee generally spends a large amount of time completing paperwork and reviewing the policies of the organization, the Boy Scouts of America's…
YouTube sensation Dude Perfect recently visited the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit, bringing their "Extreme Trick Shots" to several of the Summit's high-adventure venues, including the zip line, BMX area, and rock climbing walls. Take a look at the video, then share it with your volunteers and Scouts to show…
The application window for the prestigious and highly competitive National Eagle Scout Association scholarships is officially open. For the first time, NESA will only accept applications submitted online . All applicants for the academic scholarship must have a minimum 1800 SAT or 28 ACT score.
The theme for the Wednesday, October 9, JTE Leadership hour is "Building Blocks for Scouting's Future." Our show segments are aligned with the five building blocks of council sustainability: sufficient community capacity, effective council leadership, durable financial position, solid membership health, and an outstanding program experience.
Membership Impact is happy to announce a new resource to help your council develop its 2014 council membership plan. With the leadership of Gerard Case from Northeast Region Area 5, Web training has been created to explain what makes up a council membership plan along with a list of resources available to assist you and…
Click image to open e-Letter The October 1 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. This issue features steps local councils can take to start preparing for the conversion to Blackbaud CRM fundraising software, which is scheduled for 2014.
As announced at Top Hands last month, the International Scouter's Award is now processed through the local council to help streamline the process and eliminate additional layers for the council and volunteer. You can find the revised application by visiting http://www.scouting.org/International/InformationSheets/22-721.aspx .
A few enhancements have been made to the MyScouting Tools Training Manager: "YPT Aging Report" has been moved from the Search Training screen and placed on the YPT dashboard for quicker view. A new "Trained Leaders Report" has been developed and an icon placed on the Trained Leaders dashboard.
Beg inning April 8, 2014, Microsoft is ending support for Windows XP and Office 2003 and will no longer provide: New security updates Non-security hotfixes Assisted support options, or Online technical content updates Continued use of Windows XP and Office 2003 will expose council systems to potential security threats.
The fall 2013 Voice of the Scout survey cycle will launch in late September and be open through late October. Part of making this valuable program a success is to prepare your council membership by getting the word out. You can find customizable Voice of the Scout campaign materials for distribution as well as banners…
Click to open September issue The September issue of Learning for Life and Exploring Today has been published and is available online. In this issue, read more about the creation of the first-ever board of directors for the Learning for Life program, as well as plans to continue the popular Exploring Roadshow in 2014 and…
A New Publishing Model for the BSA The Boy Scouts of America is in the process of transitioning to a new publishing model aimed at reducing costs, improving efficiencies, and offering customers a wider range of content in a variety of formats.
Click to open Sept. 15 issue The September 15 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue of the e-Letter , learn how to create a comprehensive, accurate budget for your council's 2014 fiscal year with the 2014 Budget-Building Bulletin.
On October 29, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a nationwide Scouting Open House Night. On this evening, the church will invite packs, troops, teams, and crews from all chartered organizations to join them as they open their doors to tell the story of Scouting in our local communities and to…
The hiring season is upon us and we've just launched some new and updated resources to assist with the recruiting and employment process. What's new? Recruiting Plan: A complete checklist for all points in the recruiting process, including steps to take when you do not have an opening, as well as what to do after…
Annual camping data is now due. The data will be collected using a new Camping Manager tool that is being deployed to my.scouting.org . The camping tool is now available for each council to enter camping data from September 1, 2012, through August 31, 2013.
Shooting sports programs are popular activities for Scouts of all ages, and the Boy Scouts of America adheres to its longstanding policy of teaching its youth and adult members the safe, responsible, and intelligent ways to handle, care for, and use firearms, rifles, and BB guns in planned, carefully managed, and supervised programs.
Applications are available for the 2014 All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Personal Watercraft (PWC) Program. If your council has previously participated, you need to complete the application and board resolution for 2014. If you have not done so, you also need to complete the required end-of-summer report as soon as possible.
If your OA lodge is planning a council camp or service center project during 2014, you can apply now for a 2014 OA Matching Service Grant. All lodges applying for the grant must have been a 2012 JTE lodge and should not have received a grant from the Order of the Arrow during the last…
The BSA is increasing its membership fee from $15 to $24 per year for all registered Scouts and adults effective January 1, 2014. For those who join after the beginning of the year, the fee will be prorated at $2 per month.
Many of you may have heard at this year's Top Hands that a second version of the new MyScouting Tools was recently released to our Key 3 unit and district volunteers on my.scouting.org . This release moves toward our vision of volunteer empowerment.
You may have heard rumors or even seen the teasers on Facebook … and it's all true! At long last, parents have one online source they can turn to that pulls together Cub Scout-related content and social media onto one site.
How do you tell Scouting's story to youth in your council? If you haven't harnessed the power of video yet, the BSA has released three new clips that will make it easier to show the powerful effect that Scouting can have in your area.
Click to open the Sept. 1 issue The September 1 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue of the e-Letter , we look at the New Jersey Supreme Court ruling regarding donor intent and the failure of a nonprofit organization to honor that intent, opportunities for…
Are your council's units still trying to figure out where to head for some high-adventure action and excitement next year? Check out these new promotional videos from our high-adventure bases at Philmont, Northern Tier, Sea Base, and the Summit … and start planning! Northern Tier Philmont Sea Base The Summit
Under the Boy Scouts of America's general liability program, councils are charged for liability insurance for boats owned by the council and used in Scouting activities. All watercraft liability charges are billed quarterly by the national office to the local council with the quarterly general liability premium billing.
If your OA lodge is planning a council camp or service center project during 2014, you can apply now for a 2014 OA Matching Service Grant. All lodges applying for the grant must have been a 2012 JTE lodge and should not have received a grant from the Order of the Arrow during the last…
Have you ever wondered how your council can get its very own copy of the famous "Ideal Scout" statue (also known as the McKenzie statue or "The Boy Scout") to use at your office or as recognition items? The Cradle of Liberty Council, which owns the original version of this sculpture, can help you out-it…
Jamboree-on-the-Air and Jamboree-on-the-Internet will be held October 19 and 20, 2013. JOTA and JOTI are annual World Scouting events that provide an opportunity for Scouts to communicate with other Scouts from around the world! Visit JOTA's webpage, www.scouting.org/jota , and JOTI's webpage, www.scouting.org/joti , for how to participate, download participation certificates, order this year's patches, and MUCH…
Technology, technology, technology! That's all we seem to hear about these days. The Internet, Facebook, Twitter, iPhones, smartphones, and yes even ScoutNET. We recognize that to move forward, leveraging these tools of the trade is more critical than ever. Today, keeping up with the rapidly changing technological world we live in is a priority not…
If your OA lodge is planning a council camp or service center project during 2014, you can apply now for a 2014 OA Matching Service Grant. All lodges applying for the grant must have been a 2012 JTE lodge and should not have received a grant from the Order of the Arrow during the last…
During 2012, more than 3,000 Scouts received $100 grants for their Eagle Scout service projects through the generosity of the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation. The BSA is pleased to announce that the foundation has offered to continue its support with a similar number of grants beginning in July 2013.
The new BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) award-which introduces Scouts to the basics of SUP on calm water, including skills, equipment, self-rescue, and safety precautions-was rolled out just in time for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. It has quickly become one of the favorite activities at the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base as well…
(Article adapted from Scouting magazine's "Bryan on Scouting" blog .) Later this year, the two-volume Troop Leader Guidebook will debut, replacing the Scoutmaster Handbook and offering helpful checklists, quick tips, and fresh ideas for both new troop leaders and veteran Scouters.
Click to open July issue The July issue of Learning for Life and Exploring Today has been published and is available online. In this issue, you can read more about the new Middle School Explorer Club program, which opened for registration August 1.
The BSA is proud to announce that September is Boy Scout Month at Bass Pro Shops. This promotion will run in all of the Bass Pro Shop stores for the entire month of September 2013. The Bass Pro Shops promotional partnership is in its sixth year and is a multifaceted event created to give families…
Click to open Aug. 15 issue The August 15 issue of the Finance Impact Department's e-Letter has been published and is available online. In this issue, Scouters are invited to join the Development and Corporate Alliances Department, along with representatives from CFRE International and the Association of Fundraising Professionals, at the Top Hands conference on…
On Thursday, August 29, the Development and Corporate Alliances Department will be hosting a special reception at Top Hands to recognize all those individuals who have been designated by CFRE International as Certified Fundraising Executives while providing information for those individuals who might be interested in pursuing the certification in the future.
Shooting sports programs are popular activities for Scouts of all ages, and the Boy Scouts of America adheres to its longstanding policy of teaching its youth and adult members the safe, responsible, and intelligent ways to handle, care for, and use firearms, rifles, and BB guns in a planned, carefully managed, and supervised program.
