Assistant Scoutmaster – Communications & Fundraising Coordinator

Position Purpose:
The Assistant Scoutmaster for Communications and Fundraising supports the troop by ensuring clear, consistent communication with Scouts, families, and the chartered organization while also helping develop and coordinate fundraising efforts that sustain and enhance the troop program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee troop communications including emails, newsletters, calendars, and announcements.

• Ensure families are informed about meetings, events, advancement opportunities, and deadlines.

• Support youth leadership in communicating patrol and troop information effectively.

• Maintain and improve communication tools (website, messaging platforms, social media as appropriate).

• Coordinate troop fundraising activities and assist in planning and execution.

• Help identify fundraising opportunities to support equipment, campouts, and high-adventure activities.

• Ensure transparency and organization in fundraising efforts and financial communications.

• Work with troop committee treasurer and leaders to align fundraising goals with troop needs.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Organizational ability and attention to detail.

• Experience with planning events or managing group communications.

• Comfort supporting youth leadership while working within a structured troop committee system.

• Commitment to ethical, transparent fundraising aligned with Scouting values.

Success Measure:
Families are well-informed and engaged, troop communication is timely and consistent, and fundraising efforts successfully support a strong, well-resourced Scouting program while maintaining trust and transparency.