Volunteer in Scouting
Step 1: Pick Where You want to Volunteer
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      - Cubmaster/Assistant Cubmaster 
- Den Leader/Assistant 
- Popcorn Chair (“Kernel”)/Assistant 
- Pinewood Derby Chair/Helper 
- Advancement/Awards 
- Annual Banquet Committee Chair/Member 
- Day Camp Coordinator/Parent Helper 
- Resident Camp Coordinator/Parent Helper 
 
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      - Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster 
- Summer Camp Coordinator 
- Popcorn Chair (“Kernel”)/Assistant 
- Advancement Chair 
- Merit Badge Counselor 
- Life to Eagle Coordinator 
 
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      - Committee Chair/member - monthly huddle to discuss program 
- identify upcoming events to feature Vortex 
 
- Program Delivery - Interact with youth at community events, facilitate activities 
 
- STEAM Support - drive Vortex to events, trains volunteers on site. 
 
- STEM Demonstrations - guide youth through activities and share your knowledge and enthusiasm for all things STEAM 
 
 
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      - Recruiting Chair 
- Service Project Planner/Helper/Advisor 
- Camping or Outdoor Chair/Advisor 
 
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      - Communications/Social Media Committee 
- Secretary 
- Treasurer/Assistant Treasurer 
- Health Coordinator 
- Youth Protection Training Coordinator 
 
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      - Chartered Organization 
- Fundraising Coordinator 
- Unit Committee Chair/Member 
- Religious Award Promotion 
- Adult Training Chair 
- Transportation Coordinator 
- Historian/Advisor 
- Quartermaster/Advisor 
 
step 2: Registration
- Create an account at My.Scouting.org 
- Complete Youth Protection Training 
- Complete an Adult Application 
Submit the application with the fee and YPT certificate of completion to the unit or the Abraham Lincoln Council.
*The charter organization must approve unit volunteers.
BSA Annual Adult Fees: $60 - All Adult Positions, $25 - Merit Badge Counselors
step 3: onboarding to your new role
Learn More About Each of the Youth Programs
- Cub Scouts: Boys and Girls, grades K-5 
- Scouts BSA: Boys and Girls, ages 11-17 
- Venturing: Adventure-oriented experiences, ages 14-20 (coed) 
- Exploring: Career experiences, ages 10-20 (coed) 
Answers to Common Questions
We understand that the idea of becoming a Scouting volunteer comes with questions and concerns. Here are some common ones – and some answers:
- How can I be of any help if I was never a Scout? 
- I’m not “outdoorsy” – I’ve never even camped! 
- I don’t want to embarrass my child. 
- Is there training for this? 
 
- Why should I get involved in Scouting? - I’m super busy! 
- Isn’t this just more work? 
- I don’t really know the parents of my kid’s friends. 
- I’m not even sure my kid wants me involved. 
 
- How will my child look back on their time in Scouting? - Will volunteering help me as a parent? 
- How will this affect my child’s perception of our family? 
- What do Scouts gain from having their parents involved? 
 

 
              
            