Ideal Year of Scouting Planning Guide
The 2010 Ideal Year of Scouting Planning Guide is a step-by-step guide to planning a Scouting year that is fun and well funded for your Scouts.
Commissioner Resources
Visit the Commissioner's Corner for a list of resources for Commissioners.
100th Anniversary Presentation for Volunteers
Download the presentation. This presentation can be used to promote the 100th Anniversary of Scouting at various meetings, roundtables, etc.
For more information, please contact Katie Kassebaum, Public Relations Director at 402.431.9BSA or katie.kassebaum@scouting.org
Unit Public Relations
P.R. is important for any unit, and only takes a few hours here and there. Help spread the word of good news, give your events publicity, show community leaders what you do for your community, and boost your recruitment and fundraising.
Downloads: Unit Public Relations – What's the point? | Press Release Template
Unit Marketing Award of Excellence
Does your unit have a story that has received local media attention? We want you to share it with us. The Unit Marketing Award of Excellence is for packs, troops, teams, crews, posts and ships. The award is designed to encourage units to share the news of what they are doing in their communities with local media. Learn more | Download award application
Den Leader and Pack Planning Resources Online
As you gear up for another great season of Cub Scouting, here are some of the basic documents you'll need to run your Cub Scout dens. Read More
Words to Live By
Words to Live ByA new national recruitment campaign is coming, and it will motivate more young people to join Scouting. It will energize your staff and volunteers, parents, and kids. Our new campaign will give you the right tools to find and create tomorrow's leaders. Read more
Recruiting Volunteers: Step-by-Step
A step-by-step guide to recruiting the right man or woman for the job.  Read More
Tips for Conducting a Successful Cub Scout Recruiting Activity
These tips have been proven to help you conduct a successful recruiting activity. Read More
Mid-America Council and Hy-Vee Food Stores discount program
This discount program is provided to all Mid-America Council unit leaders and the program entitles the card holder to a 10% discount on Hy-Vee labeled grocery items and any meat or produce. Read more
Unit tax status and fundraising FAQ
Download frequently asked questions the council receives regarding unit tax status and fundraising.
Policy on Scout Participation in Political Events
Boy Scouts of America's policy regarding the participation of Scouts in political rallies and other political events. Read More
Graphics
Below are some resources that provide graphics and other material that you can use in developing event flyers, marketing materials and more.

Brand Identity 
This guide is designed to help you use the identity of the Boy Scouts of America and its programs accurately and consistently. It includes the most often used logos and graphics along with guidelines for correct display.

The Language of Scouting
While The Langauge of Scouting is not a source for images, it is an essential reference for preparing any marketing materials. It provides information about the terms and style associated specifically with Scouting and grammar, spelling, and style norms used by the Boy Scouts of America.

Cub Scouts logo
Cub Scout Logo
Boy Scouts logo
Boy Scout Logo
Venturing logo
Venturing Logo
LFL logo
Learning for Life Logo
Exploring logo
Exploring Logo
Varsity logo
Varsity Logo

Questions? Please contact Dana G. Novack at dana.novack@scoutinig.org.

Whether it's a field trip for fun or a workshop to fulfill badge requirements, That Pottery Place offers a variety of creative options.
Read a letter to Webelos Scouts from the Kit-Ke-Hak-O-Kut Lodge Chief, Jake Dagel.
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