Atlanta Scouting Volunteer Rob Lansdowne Honored

Rob Lansdowne of East Cobb received the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award from the Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America, at a Nov. 5 reception.

Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Philanthropy

Empty reception hall with round tables, a folded tan neckerchief on a wooden table, and tall windows showing autumn trees in warm afternoon light. — Rob Lansdowne of East Cobb was among twelve volunteers honored with the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award at a Nov. 5 reception in Atlanta. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Rob Lansdowne, an East Cobb Scouting volunteer, was among twelve volunteers who received the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award from the Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America. The award was presented at a reception on Nov. 5 at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights.

Why it matters

The National Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award recognizes individuals whose service expands opportunities for underserved youth and communities. The recognition highlights the role of local volunteers in sustaining Scouting programs across the Atlanta area.

Twelve volunteers received the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award at the Nov. 5 reception. The source does not provide figures on the total number of nominees or the award's history in the Atlanta area.

The players

Rob Lansdowne

An East Cobb Scouting volunteer who has held multiple leadership roles across Cub Scout and Boy Scout units.

Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America

The local council of Scouting America that presents the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award to volunteers in the Atlanta region.

The details

Lansdowne began Scouting with his son at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and has since served as a Den Leader, Treasurer and Popcorn Kernel. He currently serves as Cubmaster of Pack 99, chartered to the Rotary Club of East Cobb, as an Assistant Scoutmaster with Troop 797B, and as a Committee Member with Troop 2019G.

COVID-19 pandemic start (2020): Lansdowne began his Scouting journey with his son.
Nov. 5, 2026: Twelve volunteers received the award at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights.

Philanthropy Context

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award, named for the former National Urban League president, honors volunteers whose work expands opportunities for underserved youth. This Atlanta presentation applies that national recognition to local Scouting volunteers.

Families seeking youth programs in the Atlanta area can connect with local Scouting units such as Pack 99 and Troop 797B. Volunteer roles in these units, including den leader and treasurer, remain open paths for community members.

The takeaway

Sustained volunteer commitment, from first joining with a child to holding multiple unit roles, is what keeps local Scouting programs running for young people across Atlanta.