Scouting Council Launches Season of Giving Drive
The Miami Valley Council of Scouting America is seeking $25,000 in donations through Giving Tuesday, Dec. 1.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Miami Valley Council of Scouting America launched its Season of Giving fundraising campaign on Nov. 1, running through Giving Tuesday, Dec. 1. A Scouting supporter has committed to matching the first $15,000 of donations dollar-for-dollar.
Why it matters
The campaign is intended to keep Scouting accessible to all youth, supporting camping and outdoor activities across the region. Donations are tax-deductible, giving local residents a direct way to support youth programs.
The campaign targets $25,000 in donations, with a supporter committed to match the first $15,000 dollar-for-dollar. Progress toward the goal has not been reported.
The players
Miami Valley Council of Scouting America
The regional council of Scouting America that oversees Scouting programs in Darke, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby counties.
The details
Supporters can donate through a tinyurl link or by calling 937-278-4825, and can also share the campaign with family and friends or encourage businesses and community organizations to contribute. The campaign benefits camping and outdoor activities in more than 100 Cub Packs and Scout Troops across Darke, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby counties.
Timeline
Nov. 1: Season of Giving campaign kicked off.
Dec. 1: Campaign ends on Giving Tuesday.
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The campaign closes on Giving Tuesday, the annual charitable giving day held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, aligning its final push with a nationally recognized window for donations. Scouting councils nationwide have used the period to seek year-end gifts, though this stub does not report how the Miami Valley effort compares to prior years.
Residents who want to support youth programs can make a tax-deductible donation through the campaign's tinyurl link or by calling 937-278-4825. Families with children in local Cub Packs and Scout Troops may see the campaign's impact on camping and outdoor activities.
The takeaway
Donations to local Scouting programs are tax-deductible and directly support camping and outdoor activities for youth in the region. Supporters can give through the campaign link or share it with others to help reach the goal.
What happens next
Giving Tuesday on Dec. 1 marks the close of the Season of Giving campaign.
Further reading
Explore more local giving stories in Philanthropy coverage.
More information
Make a donation through the Season of Giving donation page before the campaign closes on Giving Tuesday.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sidney Daily News.
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