Power the everyday impact of Scouting. Friends of Scouting provides the critical, year-round support needed to bring leadership, character development, and outdoor adventure to youth throughout southern New Jersey.
Your gift to Garden State Council could go twice as far — and it won't cost you a thing extra. Many employers match their employees' charitable contributions dollar for dollar, effectively doubling the impact of your donation. Check with your HR department or company giving portal to find out if your employer participates, then follow their steps to submit a matching gift request. It's one of the simplest ways to make your support go further for the youth of southern New Jersey.
The President's Circle recognizes Garden State Council's most dedicated supporters — those whose exceptional generosity helps sustain and elevate Scouting across southern New Jersey. Members of the President's Circle play a vital role in shaping the future of our programs, ensuring that every Scout has access to the experiences, mentorship, and opportunities they deserve. We are proud to honor those who go above and beyond in their commitment to the next generation of leaders.
Make a lasting investment in the future of Scouting. Gifts to the endowment strengthen the Garden State Council for generations to come, ensuring youth across southern New Jersey continue to benefit from life-changing experiences.
There are many ways to make a lasting gift to Garden State Council, including lifetime gifts of cash, property, or stock, life insurance and retirement account designations, BSA Gift Annuities, Charitable Trusts, and bequests in your will. To ensure your gift supports local Scouting, it is important that any beneficiary designation reads "Garden State Council, Boy Scouts of America."
Legacy Bricks
Preserve your legacy and help build Scouting's future with a personalized Legacy Brick, arranged in a beautiful fleur-de-lis display at the Rowan Scout Resource Center in Westampton. Each brick honors the Scouters, families, and milestones that make our community strong, and proceeds go directly to the Council's Endowment Fund.
Burlington County Distinguished Citizens Award Reception
Celebrate the leaders shaping Burlington County while investing in the next generation. This signature event honors individuals who embody service and integrity, with proceeds fueling impactful Scouting programs and leadership opportunities for local youth.
Cumberland & Salem Counties Distinguished Citizens Award Reception
Join us in honoring outstanding leaders from Cumberland and Salem counties at this special annual gathering. Every contribution helps expand access to Scouting programs that shape confident, service-driven young people.
Cape May County Distinguished Citizens Award Reception
An evening dedicated to recognizing Cape May County’s most inspiring changemakers—while opening doors for youth to grow through Scouting. Your support helps deliver meaningful leadership and character-building experiences across the region.
Supports local Scouting programs while serving as a signature event honoring America250 and celebrating leadership, service, and community across southern New Jersey.
Celebrating exceptional women whose leadership and service strengthen our communities while supporting Scouting programs that inspire the next generation.
Hit the course for a cause. The Garden State Golf Classic combines friendly competition with a powerful purpose—supporting local Scouting programs that inspire leadership, resilience, and growth in young people.
Take your best shot at making a difference. The Sporting Clays Classic supports programs that build confidence, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to service in youth across southern New Jersey.
An evening of great company, fine tastes, and meaningful impact. Join us for this signature Garden State Council event and raise a glass to the next generation of leaders in southern New Jersey. Your support helps fund the programs and experiences that make Scouting possible for youth across our community.
The Good Turn Society honors donors whose exceptional generosity and commitment to service above self make them true heroes of Scouting. Donors with a new gift of at least $25,000 are eligible for induction at their lifetime cumulative giving level, with benefits including a personalized proclamation, lapel pin, challenge coin, medallion, and exclusive event access.
Support Our Scouting Troops
Support can take many forms: Donate through Friends of Scouting, purchase popcorn or camp cards from a local Scout, attend our Women of Achievement dinner or regional Citizenship Awards dinners, and so much more. Your support of Scouting enables Garden State Council to support the experiences of nearly 5,000 youth throughout South Jersey!
