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Friends of Scouting (FOS)

Each year the Cornhusker Council conducts a Friends of Scouting (FOS) campaign to raise unrestricted operating dollars to cover, in part, the annual expenses involved in the operations of our council. We have known for years that there are individuals, businesses, corporations, and trusts that desire to create and maintain a connection with the council through the giving of financial resources to Scouting. The unrestricted financial gifts are given with the understanding that the council will use these dollars as needed to ensure the continuation of a quality Scouting program for the youth of our area.

The dollars raised through the FOS Campaign allow us to:

  • keep activity costs to a minimum,
  • operate a Service Center to support our youth and leaders,
  • and provide a trained professional field staff who work directly with our Scout and District leaders.

Donation Opportunities

To Schedule an FOS Presentation, or ask a question, contact the Council Service Center.


 

Friends of Scouting Resources and Information

FOS Presentation Online Sign Up
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Location of Presentation
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The Unit Finance Incentive Program

Program Timeline

Units qualify for this program from the date they complete their Unit Family FOS Goal, as long as the presentation is held between November 1st  and March 31st .  They are eligible to receive the incentives until March 31st of the next calendar year.

How do you qualify for the Unit Finance Incentive Program?

Your unit goal is based on your July 31, 2024 membership multiplied by $100. It is critical that every family participates to the best of their ability and that each unit strives to grow.


 

What are the Unit Incentives?

Cub Scout Packs

  • Free Rank Advancement Patches 
  • Free Campsite rental at the Outdoor Education Center (this applies to site rental only.  All other fees still apply)
  • Free (one weekend) rental of campsite at Camp Cornhusker 
  • 5% Discounted Youth Fees for Cub Resident, Webelos Resident, and Day Camp (Must register as a unit)
  • 5% Discounted Adult Fees for Cub Resident, Webelos Resident, and Day Camp (Must register as a unit)

Boy Scout Troops, Teams, and Crews

  • Free Rank Advancement Patches
  • Free Eagle Kits
  • One Free Adult at Scouts BSA Resident 
  • 5% Discounted Youth and Adult Fees at Camp Cornhusker Resident Camp
  • Free Campsite rental at the Outdoor Education Center (this applies to site rental only.  All other fees still apply)
  • Free (one weekend) rental of campsite at Camp Cornhusker 

*** Double your goal and receive a Free Wall Climb for the Unit at the OEC, and free unlimited Campsite Rental at the OEC and Camp Cornhusker.