Pathway to the Rockies Council Boy Scouts of America

“Management reviews form 990 prior to its filing with the irs.”

“The conflict of interest policy is reviewed annually at the board of directors meeting. Officers, directors and key employees are required to disclose any interest that could give rise to conflict.”

“Executive compensation towers perrin has been retained by the national council of the boy scouts of america (bsa) to assess bsa's compensation and benefits program for the local council scout executive position (lcse) with the objectives of ensuring the alignment of the program with the market and to support local councils' compliance with the regulations defined in internal revenue code section 4958. Bsa's compensation philosophy is to pay market competitive salaries (i.e. Not to pay significantly above or below what the market dictates) to allow for the attraction and retention of key talent. To determine market comparators, bsa targets both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations of similar size and complexity. The bsa national council has implemented a base salary program for use by local councils for the lcse position. Towers perrin worked with the bsa to develop the program. Base salary is the only component of cash compensation covered by policy. Salary ranges are developed by the bsa national council based on median (50th percentile) competitive market salary data. The salary range applicable to a particular lcse position is based on the council's operating revenue size and the geographical location of the council. The salary structure has five grades based on a four year average of audited operating revenues. To account for the differences in cost-of-labor across locations around the us, four geographical structures have been developed. Local councils are assigned to a geographical structure based on the cost-of-labor for the council's location versus the national average. Based on this system, pikes peak council is classified as a g2 300 and the minimum salary range is 115,000 and the maximum is 230,000 for the lcse position. Other key positions' salary ranges were developed with a similar philosophy and structure.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available to the public upon request.”

“The corporation shall promote, within the territory covered by the charter from time to time granted it by the boy scouts of america and in accordance with the congressional charter, bylaws and rules and regulations of the boy scouts of america, the scouting program of promoting the ability of boys and young men and women to do things for themselves and others, training them in scoutcraft, and teaching them patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred virtues, using the methods which are now in common use by the boy scouts of america.”

“All year long. Cub scouts earn badges and awards, as individuals and as members of their pack. By earning awards, cub scouts learn new skills. Cub scouting is fun with a purpose. The aim of cub scouting is to help boys grow into good citizens who are strong in character and personally fit. 2013 membership, packs, and leaders: 557 tiger cubs (first grade) 2,343 cub scouts (second and third grades) 1,965 webelos scouts (fourth and fifth grades) 4,865 total cub scouts 151 cub scout packs 1,460 cub scout leaders boy scouts motto: be prepared slogan: do a good turn daily for boys who are eleven through seventeen years of age, or have earned the cub scouting arrow of light award and are at least ten years old, or have completed the fifth grade and are at least ten years old. Ninety-five percent of all boy scouts participated in cub scouting at some time. Outdoor adventure is the promise made to boys when they join scouting. Boys yearn for outdoor programs that stir their imagination and interest. In the outdoors, boys have opportunities to acquire skills that make them more self-reliant. They can explore canoe and hiking trails and complete challenges they first thought were beyond their ability. Attributes of good character become part of a boy as he learns to cooperate to meet outdoor challenges that may include extreme weather, difficult trails and portages, and dealing with nature's unexpected circumstances. Scouts plan and carry out activities with thoughtful guidance from their scoutmaster and other adult leaders. Good youth leadership, communication, and teamwork enable them to achieve goals they have set for themselves, their patrol or squad, and their troop or team. Learning by doing is a hallmark of outdoor education. Unit meetings offer information and knowledge used on outdoor adventures each month throughout the year. A leader may describe and demonstrate a scouting skill at a meeting, but the way scouts truly learn outdoor skills is to do it themselves on a troop outing. Scouting uses the patrol method to teach skills and values. Scouts elect their own patrol leader and they learn quickly that by working together and sharing duties, the patrol can accomplish far more than any of its members could do alone. The patrol succeeds when every member of the patrol succeeds and scouts learn that good teamwork is the key to success. Exercise and fitness is part of the outdoor experience. As scouts hike, paddle, climb, bike, or ride, their muscles become toned and their aerobic capacity increases. When they work as a patrol to plan menus for their outings, they learn to purchase cost-effective ingredients to prepare flavorful and nutritious meals. Service to others and good citizenship is learned through such outdoor activities as conservation projects, collecting food, building trails and shelters, and conducting community service projects that promote healthy living. Through helping other people, scouts learn to appreciate how they can share themselves and their blessings with those in need. By giving service to benefit others, scouts gain a sense of personal satisfaction. 2013 membership, troops, and leaders: 2,870 boy scouts 116 boy scout troops 1,841 boy scout leaders varsity scouting for young men fourteen through seventeen years of age. Built on five program fields of emphasis: advancement, high adventure, personal development, service, special programs and events. 2013 membership, teams, and leaders: 263 33 varsity scout teams 104varsity scout leaders venturing for young men and women fourteen (and have completed the eighth grade) through twenty years of age. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Venturing is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth, adult leaders, and organizations in their communities. Local community organizations establish a venturing crew by matching their people and program reso”

“Single pack, focused on age-appropriate cub scout activities, conducted at council-approved locations,and under the direction of baloo-trained adults. Boy scouting, varsity scouting, and venturing camp alexander is nearly 350 acres in the vicinity of eleven-mile canyon offers year round outdoor experiences for a wide range of scouting groups. Nearly 10,000 people visit and participate in programs at camp alexander on a yearly basis. Scouts can participate in a wide range of outdoor experiences including swimming in the pool,boating in the lake, shooting sports, mountain biking,hiking, outdoor skills, nature study, beginning camping skills and rock climbing. Camporees: camping with other troops, involving competition using scouting skills and knowledge. Summer camps: weeklong camps with troops learning outdoor skills. Scouting shows: gala events demonstrating to the public how scouting serves youth in the community.”

“Change in fmv of split interest agreements 18,061 special event expenses 17,424 special event expenses -17,424”