Community Outreach & Youth Development
Chartered Organizations
Partner with Scouting to Serve Your Community
Positive Community Impact
Scouting teaches skills that help youth develop into quality citizens. Organizations that are interested in nurturing youth for the betterment of the community will find Scouting to be a positive form of community outreach.
More than ever, young people need the guidance and mentoring that Scouting provides. Scouting’s constructive educational program is a healthy alternative to the negative influences youth face.
How Chartered Organizations Work
The Boy Scouts of America grants charters to organizations such as churches, service clubs, and other community groups to operate Scouting groups. These organizations use the Scouting program for community outreach and to help them serve the needs of local youth.
Scouting’s time-tested, high-quality youth development program affords organizations higher visibility in the community and increased service to youth.
When an organization adopts Scouting as part of its youth and community outreach program, a committee is formed and leadership is selected to organize and operate the troop in conjunction with the organization’s special needs and desires.
Benefits for Your Organization
Higher Community Visibility
Gain recognition as a youth-serving organization that invests in the development of future community leaders.
Expanded Youth Service
Reach more young people in your community through Scouting’s proven youth development programs.
Council Support & Partnership
Chartered organizations partner with local Scout councils to provide the support necessary for troop operations. Councils provide comprehensive resources to ensure your unit’s success.
Program Resources
Program materials, literature, outdoor camping facilities, and comprehensive curriculum support.
Training & Support
Leadership training, field support, assistance in recruiting members, and ongoing guidance.
Administrative Support
Liability insurance, record keeping, and supplies including uniforms, insignia, and awards.
Types of Chartered Organizations
Churches & Religious Organizations
Faith-based organizations using Scouting to strengthen their youth ministries and community outreach efforts.
Service Clubs & Civic Groups
Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis, and other service organizations expanding their community impact through youth development.
Community Organizations
Schools, businesses, nonprofits, and other community groups committed to youth development and character building.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Partner with Lincoln Heritage Council to bring Scouting to your community. Together, we can provide young people with the guidance, mentoring, and life skills they need to become quality citizens and future leaders.