All fundraising conducted at our group is for a specific benefit of our youth members. Big Scouting activities such as Jamboree's, Scout Tours, Cuborees, Ventures and Moots can cost a considerable about of money. Our aim is to provide an opportunity for those who wish to participate in fundraising for such events have the opportunity to do so with the support of the Group.
The families that contribute to the work will reap the benefits of the funds raised at an event.
Fundraising generally is instigated for the provision of
Funding to support families with costs of special events such as Jamboree's, Cuboree's, Venturer's and Moot’s
Funding for a specific project for the den eg Q Store shed
Funding to support a grant application for specific projects
Funding for larger maintenance issues with the den
Funding for equipment.
All profits from fundraising are divided 30% to the group, 70% to participants. This is subject to change annually depending on the financial status of the group and is ratified at the ARP in May each year.
The families that contribute to raising funds directly benefit from the profits of the fundraiser.
Share of profits are calculated on an hourly rate. This is recorded on a spreadsheet available to be viewed at any time. A family can be advised of their balance of funds by contacting the Treasurer.
Fundraising monies allocated to families can be used for any Scouting activity or course including branch fees, subs, camps etc. Most people keep their fundraising money building up from Joeys through to Rovers for use to help finance large activities such as Jamboree’s, Cuboree's, Venturer's or Moot's.
If a family leaves the group and leaves scouting the money stays with the group.
If a family leaves the group and moves to another group, they can use their fundraising money for any Scouting activity within the next 12 months at their new group. The Gap will transfer funds to the new group or activity as requested, but not to the family directly.