BSA has retired Internet Advancement 1.0 This was the Internet portal used from 2006 to May 23, 2019 – RIP Internet Advancement 1.0 Internet Advancement 2.0 is HERE Training and information is available here: Please read the training before requesting help. https://help.scoutbook.com/article-categories/advancement-quick-entry-internet-advancement-update/ Access is limited to UNIT Key 3, Unit Key 3 Plus 3, and…
Popcorn 2019
Popcorn Season is in Prep Mode. Continue to watch this post for more information. Unit Commitment form – redirects you to a Trail’s End site for this process To Assist in Planning your 2019 Fundraising with Popcorn, here are two reports from last year. 2018 Products sold by Unit 2018 Dollar Summary by Unit Popcorn…
Family Scouting
Learn more About Family Scouting The Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts/Scouts BSA programs are not co-ed. We knew that what we provided for young men was vital to America’s future, but we also felt that young women needed those same opportunities so we created a model that builds on the proven benefits of our single-gender…
Amazon Smile
Occoneechee Council has partnered with Amazon Smile to raise funds for local Scouting using the everyday purchases we all make online. You and your Unit can support Scouting programs by choosing Occoneechee Council your charity of choice and then shopping at smile.amazon.com. Amazon’s prices and shipping charges remain the same, but they will donate a portion…
Tips to Maximize Your Tax Savings – Donors 70 1/2+
Most IRA owners know they are subject to required minimum distributions (RMDs) after age 70½. These RMDs are generally taxable income and continue for life. But this year, that taxable income has a good chance of being reduced or eliminated completely by using a qualified charitable distribution. A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a direct…
STEM
STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics STEM is part of an initiative the Boy Scouts of America has taken on to encourage the natural curiosity of youth members and their sense of wonder about these fields through existing programs. From archery to welding, Scouts can’t help but enjoy the wide range of STEM-related activities. To support…