Friends of Scouting

Supporting Scouting in Southeastern Florida

Thanks to the generosity of our "Friends of Scouting," the Gulf Stream Council continues to deliver its mission of bringing the Scouting experience to the seven counties of southeastern Florida: Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, Okeechobee, Glades, and Hendry.

To provide a high-quality Scouting program, we must raise approximately $375 per Scout each year. These contributions are vital to ensuring every youth has access to life-changing adventures and leadership opportunities.

Your support makes it possible to operate and maintain our beautiful camp facilities, conduct recruitment campaigns to welcome new families, provide youth and adult leader training, and host exciting events for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts, Venturing, and Exploring programs. Every dollar helps strengthen Scouting in our communities, beyond the efforts each unit undertakes to fund their weekly activities. Together, we are building the leaders of tomorrow.


Invest in Character, Invest in the Future

We invite you to make an impactful contribution to Scouting by donating today. Your support ensures that we continue to provide youth with the values and experiences that shape tomorrow’s leaders.

To make your donation, please visit Scouting Gives.

2025 Levels of Support

  • $175+ (Circle Patch)
  • $275+ (Shoulder Patch)
  • $375+ (Hat) *
  • $500+ (Silver Ghost Patch) *
  • $1,000+ (Gold Ghost Patch) *

*Donors at the $375+ level and above will receive a name tag and donor ribbon, presented at a VIP ceremony in November 2025.


Become an Anchor Donor

A recurring monthly donation ensures the long-term success of Scouting programs, and with a minimum annual contribution of $375, you will be helping Scouts for years to come.

To become an Anchor Donor, simply choose the monthly donation option when you donate at Scouting Gives. For example:

  • A monthly donation of $31.25 (starting in January) equals $375.00
  • A monthly donation of $34.09 (starting in February) equals $375.00

As an Anchor Donor, you’re making a lasting impact on the future of Scouting.

Incentive for Anchor Donors
When we visit your unit to make the annual Friends of Scouting presentation, please be sure to indicate your status as an Anchor Donor on the pledge card. We’ll have your incentive items ready for you! As a special thank you, you will also receive a golden anchor lapel pin to wear proudly at Scouting events.

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FOS Brochure 2025 Download