Year of Celebration Patch Program

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Program Concept: We want every Scout, adult leader, and Scouting alum to have the chance to be part of our biggest milestone yet—our 1OOth Anniversary Celebration. We want to fire up the passion for Scouting while giving everyone an opportunity to make a difference—and earn recognition. Through A Year of Celebration, A Century of Making a Difference, we will do just that. Individuals can earn patches by demonstrating dedication to five of Scouting’s core values—Leadership, Achievement, Community Service, Character, and the Outdoors. Participants can earn one patch in each category. The program will be both fun and engaging and, most important, will show America the impact of Scouting through its commitment to these values. A Year of Celebration will be in effect from Sept. 1, 2009, through Dec. 31, 2010.

Program Objectives

·         Provide every Scout, leader, and alumnus a fun and meaningful way to participate in the 1OOth Anniversary and earn recognition!

·         Increase awareness of Scouting’s value to the nation by promoting A Year of Celebration activities and by sharing the participation outcomes.

·         Engage individuals in fun activities and reward their contributions to Scouting—helping improve both Scout and volunteer retention.

·         Spark conversations about Scouting’s values, history, and programs—for both positive public awareness and Scout and volunteer recruitment. The more people talk about Scouting, the more they will want to join in!

·         Increase overall participation in our 1OOth Anniversary Celebration by working closely with other national engagement programs.

·         Help build stronger local council and unit ties through an exciting and easy-to-use celebration program.