Fundraising Ideas for Scouting Organizations
Fundraising strategies for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other scouting troops.
Scouting organizations have a proud fundraising tradition, but troops can supplement product sales with creative campaigns that teach scouts about philanthropy.
Product Sales
- Popcorn or cookie sales — The classic scouting fundraiser, enhanced with online ordering
- Wreath sales — Holiday wreath and decoration sales in fall and winter
- Camp card program — Discount cards for local businesses sold by scouts
Service-Based Fundraisers
- Eagle Scout project funding — Online campaigns to fund materials for service projects
- Community service-a-thon — Scouts collect pledges per hour of community service performed
- Yard work or car wash day — Scouts provide services for donations
Online and Sponsorship
- Camp scholarship fund — Donors sponsor scouts who cannot afford summer camp fees
- Equipment upgrade campaign — Fund tents, canoes, or climbing gear with online giving
- Alumni and parent giving — Former scouts and current parents give to sustain the troop
Why GiveLink for Scouting Organizations
GiveLink helps scout troops run online campaigns alongside traditional product sales, giving families a simple way to support the troop with a transparent 1% fee.