Recognizing Relationships… Not Transactions
In Scouting, our donors are mothers, fathers, and grandparents who have seen how Scouting has impacted the lives of their loved ones. They are boys and girls who have grown into adults of achievement, having stood on the positive character building attributes of Scouting. Scouting’s desire to recognize hard work and achievement extends to our donors as well. How does Scouting recognize our most loyal and significant donors?
Top 5 Questions Local Councils have about Major Gifts Recognition
The BSA has many recognition programs to foster donor centered philanthropy in local councils. Whether it is a local council award such as the James E West or 1910 Society, or national recognition through the Foundation, our donors must feel recognized for their passion for Scouting.
Is your council holding donor cultivation events? Have you recognized at a council event at least one new gift that qualifies for the Second Century Society? If so, your council may qualify for the BSA Foundation Major Gifts Award. The Foundation wants to recognize local councils in their development efforts.
Applications for the 2016 Major Gifts Award must be received by the Foundation no later than February 15, 2017. If your council qualifies, you will pick up your award at the National Annual Meeting in 2017. See below for application details.
How Can My Council Use SCS Recognition?
Have you made a gift to Scouting of at least $25,000, outright or payable over 5 years?
The Gift
Qualifying gifts to be recognized as a Second Century Society member include an outright gift of $25,000 or more payable over five years, or a deferred gift of $100,000 or more to a local council, the Boy Scouts of America Foundation, high-adventure base or any Scouting entity for operating, capital, or endowment.
The Process
Donors at this level are recognized at the local council level. Donors and/or local council staff can download and fill out the SCS application and return it to their local council. Local councils request the recognition pin and certificate through Supply by calling 1-800-323-0732.
Have you made a gift to Scouting of at least $100,000?
The Gift
Qualifying gifts to be recognized as a Second Century Society member include an outright or deferred gift of $100,000 or more payable over five years, to a local council, the Boy Scouts of America Foundation, high-adventure base or any Scouting entity for operating, capital, or endowment. Donors at this level are recognized at the local council level.
The Process
Donors at this level are recognized at the local and/or national level and receive special local, regional and national event invitations. Donors or local council staff can fill out the online SCS application or download the PDF and submit to the BSA Foundation. Contact diane.smith@scouting.org with questions.
$100,000
$500,000
$1,000,0000
Once you have completed your application, you may fill out the Second Century Society Order form. You may submit online or fill out the PDF and email to diane.smith@scouting.org.
Have you been giving to Scouting for many years?
Donors with documented lifetime giving of $500,000 and up are recognized at the local and/or national level by the Foundation.
You may qualify as a Lifetime Investor if you:
- Lifetime historical listing of your qualifying gifts totaling $500,000: types of gifts, BSA recipients and approximate dates
- Have made a current outright gift or pledge over five years of $100,000, or an additional deferred commitment of $500,000
- See below for application details
Please fill out this application to start the Second Century Society recognition process for Lifetime Investor. You may submit online or return it to diane.smith@scouting.org.
Once you have completed your application, you may fill out the Second Century Society Recognition Item Order Form. You may submit online or fill out the PDF and email to diane.smith@scouting.org.
Recognition Items
“Men of Tomorrow” 8×10 Rockwell Print
SCS Glass Set
“Adventure Trail” 11×14 Rockwell Print
SCS Etched Nambe Bread Tray
SCS Etched Waterford Bowl
“The Right Way” 16×20 Rockwell Print
Higher Levels may choose items from lower levels