Prepared. For Life. Celebration
Honoring America250 Through Scouting
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Prepared. For Life. Celebration on Friday, April 24, 2026, at The Westin Mount Laurel.
Held in honor of America250, this special evening brought together community leaders, supporters, volunteers, and Scouting families to celebrate the values that have shaped our nation—citizenship, leadership, service, and character—and the role Scouting plays in preparing young people to carry those values forward.
The evening also included the presentation of Scouting America’s national North Star Award to Frank Giordano, A.J. Kreimer, and Marc A. Rollo, and the Winthrop Rockefeller Award to Charles Allen and Ed and Pat Purdy, recognizing individuals whose leadership, philanthropy, and service have made a meaningful impact on youth and communities.
Because of your support, the event helped strengthen Scouting programs across South Jersey, ensuring more youth have access to experiences that build confidence, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to service.
If you were unable to attend or would like to further support Scouting’s impact across South Jersey, we invite you to make a contribution.
View the 2026 Prepared. For Life. Celebration. Photo Gallery
2026 Prepared. For Life. Celebration Program Book
Thank you to our generous Sponsors!
INDEPENDENCE
Founders
MICHAEL AND MARIETTA BORINSKI
GREGG AND BARBARA SCHULZE CHARITABLE FUND
PATRIOT
Development Team Contact
If you would like more information about the many ways you can support the mission of Scouting in South Jersey, we invite you to contact us by email.
