Ways to Give: Our Future with the Boy Scouts of America
Contributing to the Heart of Virginia Council, Boy Scouts of America creates opportunities for youth to gain memorable experiences and become instilled with values, principles, and skills that will help them develop into the future leaders of our nation. Whether cash or stock, property or a planned gift, your gift of any size to Heart of Virginia Council makes a powerful difference toward the future of Scouting. Learn more about how you can help fulfill your wish to “do more” and “Make a gift that makes an Impact” for the future of Scouting.
How Your Gift Helps
By contributing to Scouting in Central Virginia, you will have a profound impact on our communities! More youth will experience the program that will further instill values and character in their moral fiber. Your gift truly will have a direct impact on our world. Imagine if all of our leaders today lived their lives according to the Scout Oath and Law.
Friends of Scouting Dinner Contributions
The Friends of Scouting Dinner is the Council's primary means to raise the funds needed to support and grow Scout programs for nearly 8,000 Scouts and adult volunteers across 24 counties and 4 cities in Central Virginia.
Give Directly to Council
Will you give toward the future of Scouting? Your generous support makes the adventure of Scouting possible for the youth of central Virginia, regardless of their ability to pay.
Stocks, IRAs, and Rollovers
Gifts to the Heart of Virginia Council of appreciated securities that have been held for more than one year have significant advantages over gifts.
Legacy Giving
Friends of Scouting Forever, Planned Giving, Endowments, and Camperships are excellent options for Legacy Giving.
Camp and Facilities
There are many different opportunities to support camp projects, to include new capital projects, maintenance, upkeep, and other related activities.
ScoutReach
The Heart of Virginia Council’s ScoutReach Outreach Programs are making the positive, character-building experience of Scouting available for underserved youth.
Matching Gifts
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match charitable contributions made by their employees, retirees, and spouses that could double or even triple your gift.
Real Estate
We welcome gifts of real estate, whether improved or unimproved.
Youth Membership & Recruitment
Gifts to support to help the Council in its efforts to get more youth involved in Scouting in the Central Virginia region. The funds received for this effort will be restricted to youth recruitment activities and initiatives.
Council Fundraising
Support our annual Camp Card, Popcorn & Peanut, "Buy a Pie to Keep Them Dry," Papa John's, and United Way Fundraisers!
Council Events
Heart of Virginia Council is proud to offer special events like Friends of Scouting, Richmond Area Sporting Clays Classic, and Tournament of Eagles, as memorable Ways to Give.
Donate Your Vehicle
Through our One Car, One Difference Program you can turn an automobile into a tax-deductible donation that benefits the youth of our community with the support of our various Scouting programs.
Learn More About Endowment Opportunities
We would love to answer questions you may have regarding our Endowment Opportunities.
In Honor of Others
Giving in honor of others is a beautiful way to give distinction to a relationship or accomplishment.
Learn about all of our special Donor Recognition options.
James E. West Fellowship
The James E. West Award Program gives you an opportunity to honor an individual in a meaningful way while supporting the future of Scouting.
Scouting Heritage Society
Recognizes donors that make a gift commitment of $25,000 or more by including the Heart of Virginia Council in their estate’s plans.
Good Turn Society
Good Turn Society members are truly Scouting’s heroes. Honor their commitment to train the future leaders of America.
Triple Crown Award
A special recognition for donors who have earned the James E. West Fellowship, Scouting Heritage Society, and Good Turn Society recognitions.
Eagle Brick
A great way to honor your Eagle Scout son or friend is to purchase an Eagle Brick to be placed at the Eagle Plaza in front of the Camp T. Brady Saunders dining hall.
Memorials and Honors
Memorials and Honors can be made to commemorate the dedication and service to Scouting made by a loved one or peer.
Why We Give
Nate's Story
Can you imagine the bravery it takes to save a person from drowning? Nate N. did just that at just 9 years old.
Lily's Story
In just one year, Lily has been able to take on new leadership opportunities, meet new friends and learn new skills.
Moustafa's Story
Moustafa is a Scout in Troop 794. He and his family fled war, violence, and persecution in their home country of Sudan.
Glenn's Story
Glen won the 2019 Service Project of the Year for his Chesapeake Bay Oyster Restoration Project.
"Why I Give" by John Hunnicutt
Giving back to the Scouting community and the desire to leave a legacy for future youth is why I give.
Heart of Virginia Council, Boy Scouts of America, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Your donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.
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