STRENGTHENING VANGUARD INTERNATIONAL SCOUTING WITH A DONATION

& JOIN THE VANGUARD SCOUTING 1913 SOCIETY

The Vanguard International Scouting Association is funded by membership fees and individual contributions by individuals interested in supporting Scouting by Latter-day Saints worldwide. There are various donation levels to choose from, as well as targeted donation areas that need your help. Each of these donation areas entitle you to membership in the Vanguard Scouting 1913 Society.

Contributing to Vanguard Scouting creates opportunities for these Latter-day Saint youth and leaders to continue their memorable experiences in Scouting and prepare their youth for full-time missionary service, and a lifetime of service to their families, Church, professions, and communities; and to prepare them for Life.

The Vanguard International Scouting Association is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Your donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. If you have any questions about donating, you can send them to the Treasurer (treasurer@vanguardscouting.org).

You can donate using the following methods:

Platinum Level: Commissioner's Guild

$50,000 Donation or a 5-year commitment of $10,000 per year

For this amount, members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association 1913 Society Membership Certificate
  • Deluxe framed talk by President Thomas S. Monson “Run, Boy, Run!” with Greek Scout belt buckle, similar to the one owned by “Dimitrious”
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association “gold” neckerchief
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association limited edition patch
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • Lifetime membership in Vanguard International Scouting Association

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Gold Level: Scoutmaster's Guild

$25,000 Donation or a 5-year commitment of $5,000 per year

For this amount, members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association 1913 Society Membership Certificate
  • Collector’s Edition special issue of Light and Truth Award (Cub Scout) Medallion and Ribbon, and Vanguard Award (older Scouts and Adults) Medallion and Ribbon in Collector’s box
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association “gold” neckerchief
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association limited edition patch
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • Lifetime membership in Vanguard International Scouting Association

DONATE BY CHECK                    DONATE BY CREDIT CARD

Silver Level: Cubmaster's Guild

$15,000 Donation or a 5-year commitment of $3,000 per year

For this amount, members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association 1913 Society Membership Certificate
  • Special VIP Edition of “Be Prepared-106 years of Scouting” – a collection of talks and quotes concerning Latter-day Saint Scouting
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association “silver” neckerchief
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association limited edition patch
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • Lifetime membership in Vanguard International Scouting Association

DONATE BY CHECK                    DONATE BY CREDIT CARD

Bronze Level: Patrol Leader's Guild

$5,000 Donation or a 5-year commitment of $1,000 per year

For this amount, members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association 1913 Society Membership Certificate
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association “silver” neckerchief
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association limited edition patch
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • Lifetime membership in Vanguard International Scouting Association

DONATE BY CHECK                    DONATE BY CREDIT CARD

PHILMONT VISION EVENT BENEFACTOR

$5,000 or More Donation

For this amount, 1913 Society members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association Limited Edition Philmont Vision Week patch
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association neckerchief, with friendship knot and certificate of verification by a member of the Vanguard International Scouting Association Board.
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • All memorabilia from that year’s Vanguard Vision course at Philmont Training Center, or held virtual

DONATE BY CHECK                    DONATE BY CREDIT CARD

NATIONAL & WORLD JAMBOREE ANGEL PARTNER

$5,000 or More Donation

For this amount, 1913 Society members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association Limited Edition Jamboree patch
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association neckerchief, with friendship knot and certificate of verification by a member of the Vanguard International Scouting Association Board.
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • All Vanguard International Scouting Association memorabilia from that year’s Jamboree

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PHILMONT LATTER-DAY SAINT CHAPEL DONOR

$5,000 or More Donation

While the Latter-day Saint chapel at Philmont Scout Ranch is owned by the Boy Scouts of America, on occasion there is a need for funds for renovation. Your donation helps provide major maintenance, renovation and major repairs for the Philmont Latter-day Saint Chapel

For this amount, 1913 Society members receive the following:

  • Vanguard International Scouting Association Limited Edition Philmont Vision patch
  • Vanguard International Scouting Association neckerchief, with friendship knot and certificate of verification by a member of the Vanguard International Scouting Association Board.
  • Commemorative Bolo carved by Gary Dollar
  • All memorabilia from that year’s Vanguard Vision course at Philmont Training Center (or virtual)

DONATE BY CHECK                    DONATE BY CREDIT CARD

SPECIAL VANGUARD SCOUTING PROJECTS

From time to time, based on the needs of the membership of Vanguard International Scouting Association, as identified by the Vanguard Scouting Operations Team, certain special projects may be approved by the Vanguard Scouting Board and funded by special donations. Such special projects will not normally be funded from Vanguard Scouting operations funds, but, rather, by special donations. Donations to fund those projects will qualify donors for various levels of donor recognition, including, if applicable, 1913 Society membership, as set forth above.