FACT SHEETS

These Fact Sheets, maintained by the External Communications Division, provide detailed and up-to-date information about every aspect of Scouting: our programs, awards, history, practices, and more.

• BSA at a Glance
• Founders of Scouting and the BSA
• Merit Badge Program
• What is Cub Scouting?
• What is Boy Scouting?
• What Is Venturing?
• Scouts With Disabilities and Special Needs
• Scouting Around the World
• Who Pays for Scouting?
• Community Organizations and the Boy Scouts of America
• Historical Highlights
• Order of the Arrow
• What is the Lone Scout Plan?
• Scouting for Catholic Youth
• Scouting Serves the Jewish Community
• Scouting in the Islamic Community
• Scouting in the Buddhist Community
• Scouting for Lutheran Youth
• Scouting in Protestant Churches
• Scouting in Churches of Christ
• Cub Scout Leader Basic Training
• Scouting for Presbyterian Youth

• Eagle Scouts
• Lifesaving or Meritorious Action Awards
• Distinguished Service Awards
• Scouting and Conservation
• Scouting: A Profession With A Mission
• The Professional in Scouting
• Space Exploration
• William T. Hornaday Award for Distinguished Service in Conservation
• National BSA Good Turns
• Presidents of the United States and the Boy Scouts of America
• The Congress and Scouting
• Drugs: A Deadly Game
• Order of the Arrow Scoutreach Mentoring Program
• Varsity Scouting
• Project COPE
• Family Camping
• Scouting and Climbing
• National Park Service
• America's Promise
• Boys' Life Magazine