FOS
Friends of Scouting - FOS
Disclaimer: This information is shared on behalf of the Far East Council. In accordance with Singapore regulations, the Scouts BSA units in Singapore do not participate in fundraising events, nor does any member collect funds on behalf of the FEC. Donations for Friends of Scouting (FOS) are done on an individual basis and it is up to the individual to participate should they wish to do so directly through their own channels.
Information from the Far East Council
The Far East Council relies upon those who use the Scouting program to help pay for the program. It's mostly paid by Scout Shop sales, CFC, activities & camping income, investments. However there is a portion that the FEC raises under the Friends of Scouting campaign. One good thing is contributions are tax deductible (US Taxes).
Contributing to the Far East Council, BSA will continue to create opportunities for youth to gain memorable experiences and become instilled with values, principles, and skills that will help them develop into our future leaders. Far East Council, BSA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law (US Law).
Help is available to explain this important program; please reach out to your district professional for more information.
As an individual (youth or adult) you can earn the following incentives for collecting contributions.
INDIVIDUAL INCENTIVES
USD $25 Entry Level Donor (1 FOS Donor Round Patch)
USD $100 Century Level Donor (1 FOS CSP)
USD $225 Support one Scout (2 FOS CSPs)
USD $450 Support two Scouts (3 FOS CSPs)
USD $500 Patron Donor (3 FOS CSPs and a Patron Donor Patch)
USD $1000 Guardian Donor (3 FOS CSPs and numbered Guardian Donor Patch)
Where does the money go?
More than 3,500 young people and 2,000 volunteers in Asia in packs, troops, teams, and crews benefit from the program services of the Far East Council.
Support Makes a Difference Today
The Council “Friends of Scouting” program provides 15% of the council’s budget needs. Without support the fees for camps and activities would be much higher. Support is important and valued.
Thank you for being a “Friend of Scouting”.
Here are some of the areas contributions go to help pay:
THE COUNCIL SERVICE CENTER
Scout Shop
Telephone Service
Postage
Photocopying/Printing
Computers
Insurance
Maintenance
THE COUNCIL STAFF
Scout Executive
Field Executive Staff (District Executive)
Council Registrar
Advancement/Awards Coordinator
Scout Shop Manager
Scout Shop Associate
Bookkeeper
ACTIVITIES
Jamborettes
Camporees
Civic Service Projects
Invest in their FUTURE
