Give to Baltimore Scouting
Your gift to the Baltimore Area Council helps deliver life-changing experiences to more than 12,000 youth across Central Maryland. From outdoor adventures and leadership development to community service and character-building programs, your support ensures that every Scout has the opportunity to grow, lead, and thrive. When you give, you invest in the next generation of leaders.
Other Ways to Give
The Baltimore Area Council recognizes that when you support the Scouting mission, it’s personal. That’s why we offer flexible ways for you to choose how you give, when you give, and what you give. We are deeply grateful for the generosity our community continues to show, and if you’re interested in supporting the BAC, there are many opportunities to do so, including those outlined below.
Double Your Impact—Through Giving and Volunteering! ⏱️💸
Did you know your company might match your donation and your volunteer hours with a gift to the Baltimore Area Council? Whether you give financially or give your time, many employers offer programs that can double—or even triple—your impact.
It’s easy to find out! Our new matching gift search tool, powered by Double the Donation, covers 99% of companies that offer matching gifts and volunteer grants. Just type in your employer’s name below to see if your time or donation qualifies—it only takes a few seconds.
Baltimore-area volunteers give so much:
- Weekly meetings: 1.5–2 hours
- Weekend camping trips: 20 hours
- Cub Scout Day Camp (M–F): 45 hours
- Summer Camp Week (Sun–Sat): 84 hours
That time could translate into funding for scholarships, camp maintenance, and supplies that help us grow the Scouting movement locally.
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Support Scouting with a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a meaningful impact on local Scouting programs while enjoying significant tax benefits through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA.
A QCD allows you to:
- Reduce Your Tax Burden: Donations made directly from your IRA are excluded from taxable income, potentially lowering your overall tax bill.
- Satisfy Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Meet your RMD requirements without increasing your taxable income.
- Support Scouting’s Mission: Your gift directly funds programs that develop tomorrow’s leaders in Central Maryland.
Making a QCD is simple:
- Contact Your IRA Custodian: Instruct them to transfer the funds directly to the Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, to avoid tax implications.
- Choose a Designation: Your QCD can support a specific project or the overall Scouting mission.
- Keep Documentation: Retain a receipt from the council acknowledging your generous contribution.
Learn more about this impactful way to give by checking out the PDF form below or contacting our Director of Development, Brendan Canale at Brendan.Canale@Scouting.org. Thank you for considering this smart and meaningful way to support Scouting!
Empower Youth Through Workplace Giving
Make a difference in the lives of young people by supporting the Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the Maryland Charity Campaign (MCC), or United Way. Your contribution funds life-changing programs, leadership development, and outdoor adventures that shape the next generation of leaders.
- CFC Code: 33972
- MCC Code: 52-0591572
- United Way: Designate the Baltimore Area Council, Scouting America as your charity of choice.
Your generosity helps create opportunities for thousands of Scouts in our community. Thank you for your support!
Plan Your Legacy with FreeWill
The Baltimore Area Council is proud to partner with FreeWill, a trusted platform that makes estate planning simple and accessible. Through this partnership, supporters of Scouting can create a will for free while also considering opportunities to leave a lasting legacy that supports the future of Scouting programs.
FreeWill’s user-friendly platform guides you through the process of crafting a legally valid will, empowering you to protect your loved ones and the causes you care about most. By including the Baltimore Area Council in your plans, you can help ensure the growth and sustainability of Scouting for generations to come.
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Stock and Securities Donation
How to Donate Appreciated Stocks or Securities to the Baltimore Area Council
Donating appreciated stocks or securities is a thoughtful and impactful way to support the Baltimore Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, while potentially enjoying tax benefits. Here’s how you can make your contribution:
Step 1: Initiate the Transfer
Provide your financial institution or brokerage with the council’s designated securities delivery instructions. Ensure the transfer is directed to the correct account for the Baltimore Area Council.
Step 2: Notify the Council
To help the council properly acknowledge your gift, complete the Stock and Securities Gift Letter with details such as:
- Number of shares being donated
- Security name
- Current value
- Any specific gift designation, if applicable
Send the completed form via email, fax, or mail to:
Brendan Canale, Development Director
Email: Brendan.Canale@Scouting.org
Fax: 443-573-2615David Triplett, Controller
Email: David.Triplett@Scouting.org
Fax: 443-573-2610
Step 3: Confirm Completion
After the transfer is initiated, confirm with the council to ensure your donation is processed smoothly.
By donating stocks or securities, you contribute to impactful Scouting programs while potentially reducing your tax liability. Your generosity enables the Baltimore Area Council to continue delivering valuable services to our community.
For further assistance, contact Brendan Canale at Brendan.Canale@Scouting.org or David Triplett at David.Triplett@Scouting.org
Endowment Fund
Jame E. West Endowment Fellowship:
Orphaned at six and battling tuberculosis, James E. West fought for his education, completing high school in just two years and graduating with honors in 1895. By 1901, he had earned a law degree and was practicing in Washington, D.C. His challenging childhood naturally drew him to children’s causes. After a young boy stole his car, West chose to represent him in court, which led to his efforts in establishing a juvenile court system. He also worked with the Washington Playground Association, YMCA, and influenced President Theodore Roosevelt to convene the White House Conference on Dependent Children in 1909. West was the first Chief Scout Executive, initially agreeing to serve for six months but ultimately staying for 32 years.
How to Become a James West Fellow
A gift of $1,000 or more to a local council’s endowment fund qualifies donors for the James E. West Fellowship. This contribution is in addition to your Annual Appeal support. Levels include Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Diamond, with cumulative giving determining higher tiers. Gifts are often made in honor or memory of individuals, such as Eagle Scouts or Silver Beaver recipients.
In-Kind Donation
For over 101 years, generations of Baltimore Area Council families have blazed the path for today’s Scouting.
It’s our turn to continue a strong Scouting legacy.
The Baltimore Area Council is able to provide quality, character education programs that positively impact the lives of over 250,000 people annually in Central Maryland due to strategic partnerships with community leaders and strong corporate citizens. Our programs can be sustained and expanded only when our financial base is solid.
However, there are other ways to support the BAC than just monetary. Below you’ll find a list of items that can also be donated:
For questions or more information contact our Director of Development, Brendan Canale at Brendan.Canale@Scouting.org
Vehicle Donation
Have an old car taking up space in your driveway? Donate it to Boy Scouts of America!
The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.
For more than a century, the BSA has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes – and, through over a century of experience, knows – that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.