Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training

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Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader
Specific Training
Troop Finances
Mike Minello Council Treasurer
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Troop Finances

• Troop expenses
• Troop budget
• Money-earning projects

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A Scout Troop Must have a Budget and a Treasury
Expenses every Troop can expect

• Troop Charter Fees
• Registration Fees
• Program Materials
• Activities

• Boys Life
• Accident Insurance
• Reserve Fund

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Building a Responsible Budget
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Where the Money Comes From

• Youth and their families
• Chartered organizations and the scout unit
• Communities
• Local Council
• National Council
• A troops financial needs are often met with money
  earning projects conducted by Scouts.

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Ways to Earn Money

• Recycling
• Rummage Yard Sales
• Provide Lawn Care Services
• Pancake or spaghetti suppers
• Candy Sales

• Popcorn Sales
• Selling Christmas trees, wreaths or other
  seasonal items
• Hold a Car Wash
• The Scoutmasters Handbook
• ch. 17 pg. 162

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Incentives for Scouts

• It should be Fun, Challenging, and rewarding for
  them
• A Good Learning Experience
• They should know where the money is going to be
  used
• They can earn money for summer camp
• Earn money for Scout related items

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Summary

• A Scout is Thrifty
• Program Planning
• Paperwork
• Must provide a service of value or a product
• BSA district specific methods

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Any Questions ?