Friends of Scouting is the Northeast Illinois Council’s annual giving campaign that provides the vital funding needed to deliver quality Scouting programs. Gifts support local camps, training, leadership development, and financial assistance so every youth can experience Scouting.
Why Give?
Because tomorrow matters. Scouting makes a dramatic positive impact on our youth, families, and communities. But it doesn't happen without your support.
What does a Friends of Scouting investment provide?
The Northeast Illinois Council provides many essential services to our entire Scouting Family. These services support the high-quality Scouting experience expected when a young person enrolls in the program. Just as Scouting teaches the "10 essentials" that a scout needs to take on a camping trip, here are "10 essentials" the Northeast Illinois Council provides to your Unit. Your support of the Friends of Scouting Campaign helps to make these possible:
- Well maintained camping properties
- Fun and exciting summer camp program
- Organized Council-Wide Activities
- Youth & Leader Recruitment Campaigns
- Wide-Ranging Adult Leader Training
- Full & Extensive Insurance Policies
- A fully functional Scout Services Center
- Comprehensive Volunteer background checks
- A dedicated & professional support staff
- Unit & Council-wide support and communications
Where does the money go?
Your investment helps transform parents into Scout leaders, kids into Scouts, and troops into families. One hundred percent of your gift will benefit our local communities.
