Your time as a Scout gave you both skills and a bond of shared values. Your Scouting journey does not have to end when you earn your last badge, turn a certain age, or move on from your unit. There are many ways to continue making a difference, sharing your experience, and staying connected with the Scouting community.
Stay informed about Scouting news, alumni opportunities, events, and ways to continue supporting the movement. The monthly newsletter keeps you connected with the latest stories and ways to get involved. Register for free here.
Share your knowledge, skills, and passion with the next generation of Scouts. Merit Badge Counselors help Scouts explore careers, develop new interests, and learn from experienced mentors like you. Find the list of badges here, and learn about serving by contacting your local council using this search tool.
Use your professional experience and leadership skills to help guide the future of Scouting. District and council volunteers provide strategic support, strengthen programs, and help Scouting grow in their communities. Find the contact for your local council here.
Help Scouting units thrive by serving as a mentor, resource, and advocate for unit leaders. Unit Commissioners provide guidance, share best practices, and help volunteers deliver a quality Scouting experience. Recently, the minimum age to serve as a Unit Commissioner was lowered to 18, creating a new opportunity for young adults and recent alumni to continue making an impact with the skills they developed in our programs. Training and mentoring is provided to Unit Commissioners. Reach out to your local council for details.
Make a direct impact by working with youth as a Scout leader. Whether serving as a Cub Scout den leader, Scoutmaster, assistant Scoutmaster, committee member, or another volunteer role, you can help young people build confidence, character, and leadership skills. Reach out to your local council to be provided with a list of units with open positions.
Scouting is not just for younger youth. If you are between the ages of 14 and 21, explore high adventure, leadership opportunities, and new experiences through a Sea Scout Ship or Venturing Crew. Find a nearby Ship or Crew hee.
Many alumni stay involved through organizations that support Scouting in their communities. Join a local Scouting alumni group, fellowship organization, or service-minded community group to network with others who share your passion for Scouting. The list of groups is here.
Reconnect with former Scouts, leaders, and families from your unit. A unit-level alumni association is a great way to gather in person, preserve traditions, support current Scouts, share memories, and build a lasting connection among generations of Scouting families.
All four high adventure bases and almost 200 summer camps hire each year. Search for seasonal jobs here.
Scouting America’s International Division offers Scouts and adult volunteers a world of adventure through international travel, cultural exchanges, service projects, and global Scouting events. Whether participating in a World Scout Jamboree, attending an international camp, joining a service expedition, or taking part in a friendship exchange, these experiences help participants develop leadership skills, build lifelong friendships, and gain a deeper appreciation for different cultures. International opportunities are available throughout the year for youth and adults, making it easier than ever to experience the worldwide Scouting movement while representing Scouting America abroad. Learn more here.
Whether you volunteer, mentor, support financially, or simply share your Scouting story, every alum has a role in helping shape the future of Scouting. Your experience matters, and your continued involvement helps ensure that more young people benefit from the opportunities Scouting provides.
See here all the ways our alumni serve as brand ambassadors by living out the tenets of the Scout Oath and Law.
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