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Danville, California
B.S.A. Fleur De LisBoy Scouts of America (R) Troop 805

Finances

Joining Boy Scouts involves a significant financial obligation. Each Scout needs to obtain their own uniform and the personal gear needed to actively participate in the Troop’s outdoor program. The Troop provides several major pieces of equipment necessary for the outdoor program, such as tents, stoves, and cooking gear, and the cost of buying, replacing, and repairing this equipment is shared by all Scouts in the Troop. Additionally, the Troop general fund is used to pay for advancement awards, publications, and postage.

Troop 805 requires an initial joining fee of $150 ($130 if crossing over from Cub Scouts and already registered with the Council). Most of this fee goes to support the Troop expenses, but it also covers the cost of the Scout Handbook and neckerchief that the Scout receives upon joining, and the BSA registration fee. Having a substantial up-front fee helps reinforce the commitment Scouts and parents are making to the Troop, and also encourages parents to have their sons “keep with the program” to see the return from this investment.

In December, each continuing Scout also pays an annual membership fee of $150. This fee includes the cost to re-register each boy with the Boys Scouts of America, a subscription to Boy’s Life magazine, Troop insurance and Troop equipment maintenance costs. In March, Scout families are also asked to participate in the Friends of Scouting charitable program which goes to support our Council and the National organization. In the past, FOS has asked for a contribution of $200 per Scout.

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Troop 805 is a member of the eScrip program (Member #137700316) and encourages families to support the eScrip purchase program to raise additional operating funds.

Troop 805 also participates in the Council popcorn program and all proceeds go into a Scout account which can be used for future outings, registration or funding of Eagle projects. Scouts cannot take the funds with them if they leave scouting – the funds will be transferred to our campership fund.

Exceptions to these financial obligations may be given by the Troop Committee. No Scout will be turned away from Troop membership because of financial constraints.