Scouting Grants

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 27 active scouting grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 16 list an award amount, with a median of $2,500.

Grants tracked: 27; from 21 funders
Median award: $2,500; middle half $1,000–$10K
Total listed funding: $73K; across 16 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 3 with a published date

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Scout of the Year Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept VFW Mass · Foundation ~October · Varies The VFW Scout of the Year program recognizes members of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts for their standout citizenship, patriotism, and love of country. The VFW has a strong partnership with scouting organizations dating back to 1915.	~October	Varies
Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship Gina Rose Montalto Memorial Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $3K Award one scholarship annually to a Girl Scout who achieves the Gold Award from the Southeast Florida service unit.	~February	$3K
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship Pennsylvania American Legion Housing for Homeless Veterans Corp · Foundation ~March · $3K – $10K	~March	$3K – $10K
Steven John Duranceau Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
St. Peter’s Troop 118 Scouting BSA Scholarship Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Easily learn more about the St. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 01 May 2026.	Not published	$1K
Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship The American Legion · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K Annual scholarship awarded to The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year and three runners-up, based on nominations from state-level committees. All recipients are honored.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Award The Sar Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200 – $10K	Not published	$200 – $10K
Workplace Giving and Matching Gifts Program Gulf Coast Council Trust BSA 773 · Foundation Rolling · $25 – $10K Enables employees to increase their Friends of Scouting contributions through employer matching gift programs and volunteer grant programs.	Rolling	$25 – $10K
Outdoor Fund - Scout Grant Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Outdoor Fund - Scout Grant supports scouting troops in the U.S. and Canada, including organizations like Scouting America and Girl Scouts.	Not published	Up to $3K
Membership Fee Financial Assistance Gulf Coast Council Trust BSA 773 · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides financial assistance for registration fees to families to ensure every youth has an opportunity to join the Scouting program.	Rolling	Varies
Richard Clark Memorial Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richard Clark Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, honors Richard A. Clark's legacy in education and community service.	Not published	Varies
Hawk Mountain Council Registration Scholarships Hawk Mountain Council Boy Scouts of America Revocable Trust · Foundation Rolling · Varies Membership scholarships to ensure every Scout has a chance to experience what the Scouting program has to offer. Provides financial assistance for membership registration fees to remove financial barriers to Scouting participation	Rolling	Varies
General Trexler Campership Minsi Trails Council Boy Scouts of America Trust · Foundation Not published · $75 Provide direct financial assistance to council scouts attending summer camp	Not published	$75
Suffolk County Eagle & Gold Award Projects Grants Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew McMorris Foundation offers the Suffolk County Eagle & Gold Award Projects Grants to honor the legacy of Andrew McMorris.	Not published	Varies
James W. Schlegel Philmont Scholarship Hawk Mountain Council Boy Scouts of America Revocable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2019, the James W. Schlegel Philmont Scholarship annually supports two Hawk Mountain Council Scouts with financial aid for high adventure experiences at Philmont Scout Ranch.	Not published	Varies
Friends of Outdoor Adventures Grant Program North Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Friends of Outdoor Adventures Grant Program, offered by the North Valley Community Foundation, aims to support Butte County youths facing financial barriers to engage in outdoor activities.	Not published	Up to $1K
Orioles Scouting Scholarship Fund Grant Carbon County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Orioles Scouting Scholarship Fund, established by the Fraternal Order of Orioles, provides a $500, non-renewable scholarship for higher education to Carbon County high school seniors involved in Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts.	Not published	$500
Eagle Scout Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
Ralph & Alice Kramp Scholarship Endowment Fund in Memory of Randy Kramp Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · $1K Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	$1K
Scottish Rite Foundation (SRF) Grant Program - Masonic Youth Performance Grants The Scottish Rite Foundation Southern Jurisdiction USA Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Grants may be applied for in the following areas: The Supreme Council will select awardees based on: A grant completion report must be submitted to the Scottish Rite Foundation by February 1, 2027. This report should include:	Not published	$1K – $10K
The Andrew McMorris Foundation Scholarship Grant Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Andrew McMorris Foundation Scholarship honors the memory of Andrew McMorris, a vibrant twelve-year-old who tragically lost his life in 2018.	Not published	Up to $3K
David & Chris Ishikawa Spirit of Scouting Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The David & Chris Ishikawa Spirit of Scouting scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, supports students pursuing higher education at universities, community colleges, or vocational schools.	Not published	Up to $1K
Scout of the Year Program Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept of TX · Foundation Not published · Varies The Texas VFW's Scout of the Year program honors Eagle Scouts, Girl Scout Gold Award recipients, Venture Summit Award recipients, and Sea Scout Quartermasters for their outstanding citizenship, patriotism, and community service.	Not published	Varies
James Sherwood Tipton Eagle Scout Scholarship Grant Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The James Sherwood Tipton Eagle Scout Scholarship, provided by the Ashland County Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Ashland County high schools who plan to major in Language Arts.	Not published	Varies

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Scouting grants by the numbers

How deadlines work

Rolling or ongoing: 4 15%
Upcoming date published: 3 11%
Stated cycle, no date yet: 7 26%
No deadline published: 13 48%

Only 3 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.

Funders with the most active scouting grants

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley 3 active
Hawk Mountain Council Boy Scouts of America Revocable Trust 3 active
Andrew McMorris Foundation 2 active
Gulf Coast Council Trust BSA 773 2 active

21 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 27 active scouting grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 10, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.

About scouting grants

Grants for scouting support youth development, leadership, outdoor skills, and character-building programs run by Scouting America, Girl Scouts, and related organizations. Major funders include large private foundations such as the Lilly Endowment, which has made significant grants to national youth-serving organizations. Community foundations, corporate giving programs, and local civic groups provide the bulk of support for councils and troops at the local level.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do scouting grants award?

Of the 27 scouting grants Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 16 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $2,500, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $10K. The largest is $10K. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most scouting grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley (3), Hawk Mountain Council Boy Scouts of America Revocable Trust (3), Andrew McMorris Foundation (2), and Gulf Coast Council Trust BSA 773 (2). In all, 21 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are scouting grants due?

Of 27 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 3 have a published upcoming deadline, 7 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 13 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for scouting programs?

Scouting organizations can pursue funding for youth leadership and character development, outdoor and STEM programming, camp facilities and equipment, and access initiatives that expand participation. Funding ranges from large national foundation grants to small local microgrants, with programs emphasizing teamwork, outdoor skills, and youth development tending to attract support.

Who funds scouting and youth organizations?

Large private foundations such as the Lilly Endowment have made major grants to national youth-serving organizations including Scouting America and Girl Scouts. Most scouting funding, however, comes from community foundations, corporate giving programs, civic clubs, and local family foundations that support councils and troops in their communities.

Should national councils or local troops apply?

It depends on the funder. National organizations pursue large foundation grants and partnerships, while local councils and troops typically apply to community foundations, corporate programs, and civic groups for camp improvements, equipment, and program costs. Local units should confirm whether to apply through their council or directly, since many funders require a recognized nonprofit applicant.

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