Mission
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is chartered by Congress to serve our nation’s youth by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The BSA aims to prepare young people for lives of impact and purpose through character development and values-based leadership training. With over 1 million youth members and 628,000 volunteers in local councils, the BSA provides various programs that welcome every youth to a safe, fun environment to learn, explore, and grow.
Basic Information
Founded in
1910
EIN
22-1576300
Total Assets
$902.6 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
National Jamboree
Join us at one of Scouting’s biggest events!
Safety in Scouting
Scouting emphasizes safety for all youth, volunteers, and employees.
Family Involvement
Scouting promotes family experiences and community involvement.
Impact Stats
Youth Members
1 Million Youth Members
The BSA serves over 1 million youth members ages 5-21.
Adult Volunteers
35 Million Adult Volunteers
Over 35 million adults have contributed to Scouting since its inception.
Alumni Participants
130 Million Alumni
More than 130 million young men and women have participated in BSA's programs.
Our Programs
Cub Scouts
Program designed for boys and girls grades K-5, focusing on community involvement and developing friendships.
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Scouts BSA
Traditional Scouting program for youth ages 11-17, offering activities in leadership, service, and outdoor adventure.
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Venturing
A coeducational program for young men and women ages 14-20 focused on adventure and personal leadership.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
69
60
/100
Program Expense Ratio
95.41%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
6.56%
16
/20
Leverage Ratio
3.279
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
-0.8041
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0.05644
20
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 83.87M | 31.42% |
| Program Services | 133.7M | 50.09% |
| Investment Income | 8.116M | 3.04% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 12.11M | 4.54% |
| Other Notable Sources | 2.051M | 0.77% |
| Total Revenue | 266.9M | 100.00% |
