Fundraising - Bryan on Scouting

How a troop from Florida planned an affordable ski trip to Montana

January 3, 2019 8

Inspired by a story the Scouts read in Boys’ Life magazine, a troop from Florida is heading to Montana this month for a once-in-a-lifetime ski trip.

This Webelos Scout has sold popcorn to people from all 50 states

November 5, 2018 2

James Williamson, a Webelos Scout from Pack 800 of Aberdeen, N.C., has sold at least one bag of Scout popcorn to someone from each of the 50 states.

This Second Class Scout sees duty in a hard day’s work

October 9, 2018 1

The Northwest Georgia Council needed some help, so Hayden Mize and his family stepped up because that’s what Scouts do.

This Scout sells more popcorn than most entire troops, but what he does with the money is even more impressive

September 4, 2018 8

Beck Garnett of Virginia is one of the nation’s top popcorn sellers, but what he did with the money is even more impressive. Here’s what you need to know about this awesome Scout.

Eggscellent! This Cub Scout donated all of his savings to Friends of Scouting

July 23, 2018 4

When 9-year-old Sloan Summerall started a small business selling eggs, his goal was pretty simple. He wanted to save for a Nintendo Switch. But along the way, Sloan had a change of heart.

How to reduce waste at your Scout unit’s pancake breakfast or spaghetti dinner

June 1, 2018 9

The pancake breakfast, a major fundraiser for these Illinois troops, usually generates about 15 to 20 bags of garbage. But ever since the Scouts and leaders “greenified” the event, it’s down to one or two.

How to check if your Boy Scout troop or Cub Scout pack has unclaimed money

February 19, 2018 7

From sea to shining sea, there are Scout units owed money from the government, banks, credit unions or other sources. Here’s how to claim that cash.

Tattoo parlor, community support troop after tree lot theft

December 19, 2017 12

Josh Hughes believes in Scouting. When he heard that a tip jar was stolen from Troop 59’s Christmas tree lot, he cut a $200 check for the Scouts.

Selling the perfect Christmas tree

December 5, 2017 4

Selling Christmas trees can be a great way for a troop or crew to earn some money, work on salesmanship techniques and practice elements of the Scout Law.

How to spend less time fundraising and more time Scouting

October 19, 2017 12

Nobody likes fundraising. But with the right online tools, you can make your next fundraising effort painless, efficient and — dare I say it? — fun.