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.
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.
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.
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.
By adding a credit card reader, your Scout unit will be equipped to accept plastic for popcorn sales and other in-person, show-and-sell-type fundraisers.