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Scouting Programs
Purpose
The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America--incorporated on February 8, 1910,
and chartered by Congress in 1916--is to provide an educational program for boys
and young adults to build character, to train in the responsibilities of
participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness.
Chartered Organizations
Community-based organizations receive national charters to use the Scouting
program as a part of their own youth work. These groups, which have goals
compatible with those of the BSA, include religious, educational, civic,
fraternal, business, and labor organizations; governmental bodies; corporations;
professional associations; and citizens' groups
Volunteer Leaders
Volunteer adult leaders serve at all levels of Scouting in approximately 335
local councils, 30 areas, and 4 regions, and nationally with volunteer executive
boards and committees providing guidance. Each autonomous local council is
chartered by the BSA, which provides program and training aids along the
guidelines established by the national Executive Board and the national charter
from Congress.
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