Leadership & Adventure for Tomorrow The Campaign for Scouting MICHIGAN CROSSROADS COUNCIL 2021 GIVING GUIDE Scouting provides young people leadership, learning, service, and adventure – skills that will be both relevant and impactful throughout their lives. The true cost of Scouting goes beyond the visible expenses you see such as books, uniforms, Boys’ Life, equipment, registration, and meeting fees. The majority of Scouting’s expenses are unseen. Friends of Scouting supports the sustainable operations of delivering this timeless program! Your Friends of Scouting donation ensures that we can support more than 57,000 youth and over 18,000 volunteer leaders that we serve in Michigan. WHO WE SERVE 2019 HIGHLIGHTS 39322 251102 1077 MERIT BADGES EARNED SCOUTS VOLUNTEER SERVICE HOURS were provided by Scouts TOPST A PRI OFIVEKIN IN T HE IR ID ER NT O G IP H RC RY F G IN C H E A S W IN G N F E O Z R I earned the rank of L T D I Eagle Scout in 2019 C 54871 3520 7079540 was awarded to help Scouts girls joined the adventure of ATTEND SUMMER CAMP IN POPCORN SOLD in Michigan SCOUTS BSA by Scouts in 2019 IN 2019 MEASUREMENTS OF INVESTMENT This information to the right represents 4% Camping and Activity Revenue budgeted revenue, expenses, and 6% 32% percentages of the 2021 budget. The dollar 9% Product Sale amounts shown below are calculations Special Events of the support a Scout level multiplied Annual Giving Campaign by the percentage of budgeted revenue 9% SUPPORT & Investments and expenses. This helps provide a better REVENUE understanding of where your investment is Other spent. 10% Foundations and Trust 16% United Way 14% YOUR GIFT WILL HELP PROVIDE YOUTH WITH: 1% 1% • An opportunity to be a Scout, regardless of their 3% economic circumstances. 4% • First-class outdoor adventure programs at Council-operated camping facilities around the 8% Program Support Lower Peninsula. Occupancy • Materials and program development for the Recognition exciting, once-in-a-lifetime experiences that can EXPENSES only be found in Scouting. Specific Assitance to Indviduals Insurance • A safe and fun Scouting experience with insurance for BSA activities. Charter Fees 83% • The chance to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. TABLE OF CONTENTS DETROIT NORTHERN MICHIGAN DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN AWARD DINNER 7 TERRE K LORENZEN MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING 29 SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC 8 BUILDING CHARACTER CELERATION NORTH 30 HOWELL DISTINGUISHED CITIZENS BREAKFAST EAGLE 9 DODGE THE BAY 31 RECOGNITION DINNER 10 SPORTSMAN’S CHALLENGE 32 SCOUT-AM GOLF CLASSIC 11 DODGE FOR DETROIT 12 GRAND RAPIDS BUILDING CONNECTIONS 13 BUILDING CHARACTER CELEBRATION SOUTH 34 BLUE WATER SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT 14 SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC 35 SHOOTING STARS 15 GRAND RAPIDS GOLF OUTING 36 CORPORATE PINEWOOD DERBY 16 DODGE THE RAPIDS 37 ON MY HONOR BREAKFAST 17 PHYSICIAN CITIZENSHIP AWARD EVENT 38 FULFILLING THE DREAM 39 FLINT/GENESSEE BSA GOLF TOURNAMENT 19 SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN FLINT SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT 20 RUNNING WATERS DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN DINNER 41 AUTUMN ADVENTURE 21 WOMEN IN SCOUTING 42 BOY SCOUT BISTRO 22 W. D. BOYCE LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST 43 HOLIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 23 HURON TRAILS DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN DINNER 44 GREAT LAKES BAY REGION LANSING GLBR ANNUAL SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT 25 PADDLE FOR PACKS 46 GLBR CORPORATE PINEWOOD DERBY 26 EAGLE MIXER 47 WHITNEY M. YOUNG JR. SERVICE AWARD DINNER 27 VIRTUAL - STATEWIDE SCOUT STRONG VIRTUAL 5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN 49 BUILDING BIGGER FUTURES BENEFIT AUCTION 50 2021 CAMPAIGN: BUILDING THE FOUNDATION FOR MICHIGAN SCOUTING’S FUTURE The best response to our changing financial picture is to share the opportunity with our community of donors to build a solid financial foundation for the future of Scouting. Our 2021 Campaign launches a 5-year plan to solidify and grow sustainable support for Scouting’s future. This strategy will protect the delivery and growth of Scouting programs today, when our children here in Michigan need us the most, while growing future endowed earnings to protect Scouting well into the future. The Three Pillars of our 2021 Campaign: • Seeking an annual campaign pledge now for each of the next 5 years, and promoting the Eagle Patrol and Second Century Society Levels of Giving • Seeking a pledge to our permanently restricted endowment fund, and promoting the James E West Fellowship and Second Century Society Levels of Giving • Presenting options, discussing, and documenting planned gifts with our donors GIFT REQUEST 1: ANNUAL CAMPAIGN GIFT REQUEST 2: ENDOWMENT CAMPAIGN SUPPORT SUPPORT Please consider making an annual campaign pledge for 2021 that you Please consider making a pledge to our permanently restricted authorize now to be repeated in each of the next 4 years, through endowment fund. Please consider any of the levels of giving below. 2025. Please consider one of the levels of giving below, or any giving Any donor that places a pledge to the endowment of $1000 or more level and term you would like. Any donor that places a pledge that during this campaign will be recognized on the list of “Leadership repeats for 5 years (total) will be recognized on the list of “Adventure Patrol Members” in campaign communications and publications. Patrol Members” in campaign communications and publications. Second Century Society Member Level $25,000 or higher, payable Second Century Society Member Level “5-for-5” $5,000 or more in up to 5 years. Recognized with the National BSA Second Century per year pledged for 5 years. Recognized with the National BSA Society Membership Recognitions Second Century Society Membership Recognitions James E West Fellowship $1000 to $24,999, payable up to 3 Silver Palm Eagle Patrol Member Level $2500 pledge per year for 5 years. Recognized with the National BSA James E West Fellowship years. Recognized with the MCC Silver Palm Eagle Patrol Membership Recognitions. $1000+ Bronze, $5000+ Silver, $10,000+ Gold, Recognitions $15,000+ Diamond Eagle Patrol Member Level $1200 pledge per year for 5 years. Recognized with the MCC Eagle Patrol Membership Recognitions DETROIT 7 DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN AWARD DINNER 8 SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC 14 9 HOWELL DISTINGUISHED CITIZENS BREAKFAST ST. CLAIR COUNTY 10 EAGLE RECOGNITION DINNER 8 11 11 15 MACOMB SCOUT-AM GOLF CLASSIC 17 COUNTY OAKLAND 9 12 COUNTY DODGE FOR DETROIT 10 LIVINGSTON 7 13 COUNTY 12 BUILDING CONNECTIONS 13 16 14 BLUE WATER SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT WAYNE COUNTY 15 SHOOTING STARS 16 CORPORATE PINEWOOD DERBY 17 ON MY HONOR BREAKFAST DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN AWARD DINNER The award is presented to those who exemplify the ideals of PAST RECIPIENTS: the Boy Scouts of America in their daily lives as expressed 2019 Bruce Dall in the Scout Oath and Law. Recipients are chosen for their outstanding community service as evidenced by 2018 Gerry Anderson the interest and leadership given to many worthwhile 2017 Robert Riney organizations as well as the respect and esteem in which 2016 Samir Salman they are held by their colleagues. 2015 William “Bill” L. Kozyra 2014 Mayor Michael E. Duggan This marquee event recognizes individuals of extraordinary 2012 Richard Dauch character who embody the ideals of the Scout Oath and Scout Law in their everyday lives while making significant 2011 Anthony Earley Jr. contributions to the communities in Wayne, Oakland and 2010 James Nicholson Macomb Counties. 2009 Peter Karmanos 2008 Dave Bing Event Chair: Joe Michael, OpTech 2007 Roger Penske PARTICIPATION LEVELS: 2021 HONOREE: Presenting Sponsor $50,000 Ronia Kruse CEO, OpTech Eagle Scout Sponsor $25,000 Life Scout Sponsor $15,000 Star Scout Sponsor $10,000 2021 DISTINGUISHED First Class Scout Sponsor $5,000 CITIZEN AWARD DINNER Patron Table $3,500 March 3, 2021 Patron Couple $1,000 Patron $250 Virtual 2021 GIVING GUIDE MORE INFORMATION PG. 7 SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC The Sporting Clays Classic is an annual event held at the Bald Mountain Shooting Range in Lake Orion, MI. Whether you are a life-long firearms enthusiast or a newcomer to shooting sports, this outing will provide you and your guests a safe and thrilling day in a beautiful and relaxing setting. This competitive, 100-round event is designed to be fun and entertaining for all. Scoring will be on the Lewis Class System. Bring a 12-gauge shotgun and plan for a great day. Proceeds from the Sporting Clays Classic are used to benefit the development of youth Scouting programs throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. Event Chair: Jason Toffolo, Owner/Operator, Performance Line Tool Center PARTICIPATION LEVELS: Presenting Sponsor $7,500 SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC Reception Sponsor $5,000 May 14, 2021 Luncheon Sponsor $4,000 Ammo Sponsor $3,000 Bald Mountain Shooting Range 2500 Kern Road, Lake Orion, MI 48360 Cart Sponsor $2,500 Competition Sponsor $2,000 Individual Sponsor $1,500 Individual Shooter $500 Station Sponsor $250 2021 GIVING GUIDE MORE INFORMATION PG. 8 HOWELL DISTINGUISHED CITIZENS BREAKFAST We have postponed the 2020 Howell Breakfast, to 2021, that date is Tuesday April 20th at 7 am at crystal Gardens in Howell. Event Chair: Brian Jonckheere, Livingston County Drain Commissioner PAST RECEIPTANTS: 2017 Patti Griffith 2018 Dr. Tom Kellogg 2019 Tim Corrigan HONORING Mike Murphy PARTICIPATION LEVELS: HOWELL DISTINGUISHED Event Sponsor $2,500 CITIZENS BREAKFAST Platinum Sponsor $1,500 May 20, 2021 Gold Sponsor $750 Silver Sponsor $500 Crystal Gardens Individual Ticket $50 5768 E. Grand River, Howell, 48843 2021 GIVING GUIDE MORE INFORMATION PG. 9 EAGLE RECOGNITION DINNER The Eagle Recognition Dinner is capstone annual youth recognition event that honors the accomplishments of one of our most important groups: our young men and women who have achieved Scouting’s highest ranks and awards, the Eagle Scout Rank, Venturing Summit Award, and Sea Scouting Quartermaster. Scouts and their families are invited to this touching banquet on the evening of April 27, 2021 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI, where they will hear from a successful Scouting Alumnus.