Boy Scouts of America, South Georgia Council

Valdosta, GA   |  http://www.sgcbsa.org

Mission

The South Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America serves 28 counties in South Georgia. It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and in other ways prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential. The South Georgia Council shall promote, within the territory covered by the charter, the Scouting program of promoting the ability of boys and young men and women to do things for themselves and others, training them in Scoutcraft, and teaching them patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred virtues, using the methods which are now in common use by the Boy Scouts of America.

Ruling year info

1965

Scout Executive

Mr. Mark Manchester

Main address

123 A North Patterson Street

Valdosta, GA 31601 USA

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EIN

58-0825827

NTEE code info

Boy Scouts (O41)

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Programs and results

What we aim to solve

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We are working to ensure that the youth of our communities are given the opportunity to learn about themselves, their community and nation, and to learn how to be productive members of society. We allow youth to learn how to work with other people and introduce them to a variety of life changing activities that will produce good citizens. For over a century, the time tested methods of Scouting have proven beneficial to millions of youth.

Our programs

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What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Traditional Scouting

The Cub Scout program is for boys in the first through fifth grades (or ages 7 through 10). Cub Scouts join a pack, and are assigned to a den, usually a group of six to eight boys. The Cub Scouts meet weekly. Once a month, all of the dens and family members gather for a pack meeting under the direction of the Cubmaster. The Scouting program is Home and Neighborhood centered. Scouting happens in large apartment complexes, in urban areas, in rural communities, in large cities, in small towns, and wherever boys live. The Scout meetings may be at your local school, church, or an organization that is willing to furnish a meeting location for Scouting. Being involved in Cub Scouting can have some great benefits! It helps boys develop good citizenship, good sportsmanship, and pride in growing strong in body and mind. It can help foster a sense of personal achievement and strengthen boys' ability to get along with other boys and respect other people. Cub Scouts learn to be helpful and do their best, how to develop good character and spiritual growth, and also to work towards becoming a Boy Scout. But most of all, it's fun and exciting. Explore the links above to see all the fun and exciting things Cub Scouts are doing.

Scouts, BSA are young men and women ages 11 to 17 and their Scouting program is also Home and Neighborhood centered. Scouting happens in large apartment complexes, in urban areas, in rural communities, in large cities, in small towns, and wherever boys live. The Scout meetings may be at your local school, church, or an organization that is willing to furnish a meeting location for Scouting. The objective of the Scouts, BSA program is to develop character, citizenship, and personal fitness among youth by focusing on a vigorous program of outdoor activities. Scouts strive to have a high degree of self-reliance, and to develop important qualities, such as initiative, courage, resourcefulness, personal values, and the skill and desire to help others. Scouts are knowledgeable about, and take pride in their heritage and religious values. The patrol system gives Scouts experience in group participation and responsibility. These small groups plan troop activities through their elected representatives. The Scout, BSA program encourages boys and girls to learn and practice leadership skills. Scouts plan their activities and progress toward their goals. The youth are provided a series of surmountable obstacles, and the steps in overcoming them. The Scout is rewarded for each achievement, which helps them gain self confidence, self reliance, and the ability to help others. Our most important mission is to help your Scout to become physically, emotionally and mentally fit.

Venturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age. Venturing provides positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Venturing provides the skills needed for young adults to make ethical choices, experience a fun program full of adventure and challenges, acquire leadership skills, and to take advantage of opportunities to advance their skills and knowledge in the areas of high adventure, sports, arts, hobbies, religious life, and Sea Scouting. For more information on getting started in Venturing, visit the national website or contact the council service center.

Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Families

Where we work

Goals & Strategy

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Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.

Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

The South GA Council, Boy Scouts of America is endeavoring to reach an ever increasing number of youth to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime and deliver to them a memorable experience.

The South GA Council, BSA's strategies for making our goals a reality are: to recruit, train, motivate, and inspire a dedicated staff and numerous volunteers to give every youth the experience that will last them a lifetime.

The South GA Council has been blessed with numerous volunteers at all levels that give unselfishly of their time, talents, and resources to ensure the Scouting movement in South GA thrives.

To provide the best possible experience, the Council has invested many dollars in to the best facilities and manpower possible.

The South GA Council has accomplished a great deal! We have increased our new scout recruitment each of the last 4 years and have increased our membership retention, training, camping, and advancement annually.

We still have yet to accomplish a Scouting opportunity for each of our various programs in every community across our 28 counties.

Financials

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Operations

The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.

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Boy Scouts of America, South Georgia Council

Board of directors
as of 12/06/2021
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Board chair

Mr. Bob Roquemore

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes