Fundraising Archives - On Scouting

Is your pack, troop or crew owed money? Follow these three easy steps to check

April 7, 2022 6

Sure, $25, $50 or even $250 won’t replace your next popcorn fundraiser. But it could be enough to cover snacks or transportation costs.

Eagle project fundraising tips from a Scout whose project cost nearly $40,000

November 2, 2021 2

We asked Christian to share what he learned about fundraising for an Eagle project. You’ll find his advice — and some words from his dad — in this post.

From the Scouting magazine archives: A Halloween tradition

October 30, 2021 0

We wrote about the haunted castle operated by Troop 2 in Fort Wayne, Ind., way back in 2005. You can imagine how thrilled we were when we checked and, sure enough, the same program is still going strong today!

Your Scouts can help spread holiday cheer and raise money, either in person or online through Mickman Brothers

August 9, 2021 2

For more than four decades, Mickman Brothers, a family-owned business based in Minnesota, has offered a holiday fundraiser for schools, church youth groups and Scouts. It has become a popular way for Scouts to finance their

Brightening spirits (and sidewalks): Troop devises pandemic-proof fundraiser

December 23, 2020 2

With its barbecue chicken fundraiser put on ice, Troop 758 dreamed up a brilliant way to raise funds while bringing joy to its community.

A COVID-friendly, non-contact, high-profit fundraiser for your Scout unit

August 18, 2020 Comments Off

Now is the time to start planning your unit’s fall fundraiser. One company has a way your unit can provide beautiful, festive products while doing so safely for Scouts and customers alike during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Scouts from Orange County Council donate $58,710 worth of popcorn to military

February 25, 2019 3

This month, Scouts and Scouters from the BSA’s Orange County Council delivered a taste of home to the men and women of our nation’s armed forces.

Can Scouters raise funds for themselves using individual accounts?

January 29, 2019 15

A parent wants to go to camp with his Scout, but money has been tight for the family lately. Is this solution a proper way to fund their way for the trip?

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

January 3, 2019 9

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.