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Scouts Support Operation Deploy Your DressJoshua Myers of Troop 69 in Germany, part of the Transatlantic Council of Scouting America, recently wrapped up an Eagle Scout service project that will continue helping military families for years to come. Working with Operation Deploy Your Dress in Landstuhl, Joshua organized volunteers and led the move into a larger permanent space. The project included building changing rooms, moving hundreds of formal dresses and suits, and setting up a shop where military families can find free attire for proms, military balls, and special occasions.Scouting Alumni·June 2, 2026

Mackinac Island Scout Service Program Now UnderwayScouting is full of traditions, and one of the oldest unfolds every summer on Michigan’s Mackinac Island. The Mackinac Island Scout Service Program is now underway for the season on Mackinac Island, continuing a legacy that began in 1929 when future President Gerald Ford was part of the first troop. Often known as the Governor’s Honor Guard, selected Scouts from across Michigan take part in a highly competitive program.Scouting Alumni·June 2, 2026

The Merit Badge That Changed My Life: OceanographyI never earned the Oceanography Merit Badge. But I took an oceanography class in college, and that class—along with the professor who taught it—inspired me to major in geology. Later in life, I came to understand that the oceanography class had made a major difference in my life, and that a good merit badge counselor, like a good professor, can inspire young people and help them explore subjects that may ultimately change their lives. In early 2020, just before COVID, I was asked to serve as a merit badge counselor for my district’s merit badge college. The organizer explained that, in addition to the standard Eagle-required merit badges, they wanted to offer merit badges that Scouts do not often have the opportunity to earn. I agreed to teach the Oceanography Merit Badge.Scouting Alumni·May 29, 2026

Scout Leads Survey of Over 1000 Veterans Buried in His CommunityEagle Scout candidate Caleb Karnatsky, alongside Troop 65, digitized the records of 1,013 veterans buried at Rose Hill Memorial Park in Corpus Christi. Thanks to their work, families will now have an easier way to locate and honor loved ones who served our country. For Caleb, this project has a personal connection. His great-great-grandfather, a World War I veteran, is buried in the cemetery, which fueled his passion to ensure these stories and sacrifices are never forgotten.Scouting Alumni·May 29, 2026

Welles Crowther to be Posthumously Awarded Presidential Medal of FreedomOn May 22, 2026, President Donald Trump announced that Welles Crowther, a Scouting alum known as “The Man in the Red Bandana,” would be posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Crowther was 24 years old and working on the 104th floor of the South Tower during the September 11 attacks when he repeatedly returned into smoke-filled stairwells to guide others to safety. Survivors later described a young man wearing a red bandana over his face who helped lead them down to safety.Scouting Alumni·May 29, 2026

Josh Hart Shares How Being an Eagle Scout Helped Him in BasketballBefore becoming one of the NBA’s most respected team-first players, Hart was also working toward one of scouting’s highest honors: Eagle Scout. As basketball began to demand more of his attention, he seriously considered stepping away from scouting to focus fully on the game.Scouting Alumni·May 29, 2026

Scouting America Names Ricky Mason National Chair; Thanks Outgoing Chair Brad TildenIRVING, TX (May 28, 2026) – Scouting America is proud to announce the election of Ricky Mason as the new National Chair of the Scouting America National Executive Board. Mason … <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scouting-america-names-ricky-mason-national-chair-thanks-outgoing-chair-brad-tilden/" class="more-link">Continue reading Scouting America Names Ricky Mason National Chair; Thanks Outgoing Chair Brad Tilden →</a> The post <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scouting-america-names-ricky-mason-national-chair-thanks-outgoing-chair-brad-tilden/">Scouting America Names Ricky Mason National Chair; Thanks Outgoing Chair Brad Tilden</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org">Scouting Newsroom</a>.Scouting Newsroom·May 28, 2026

Scouting America and Sea Scouts to Celebrate First World Sailing Day on May 28Youth maritime engagement helps strengthen the future of sailing and the wider marine sector Amsterdam, The Netherlands (May 19, 2026) – With just days remaining until the inaugural World Sailing … <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scouting-america-and-sea-scouts-to-celebrate-first-world-sailing-day-on-may-28/" class="more-link">Continue reading Scouting America and Sea Scouts to Celebrate First World Sailing Day on May 28 →</a> The post <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/scouting-america-and-sea-scouts-to-celebrate-first-world-sailing-day-on-may-28/">Scouting America and Sea Scouts to Celebrate First World Sailing Day on May 28</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org">Scouting Newsroom</a>.Scouting Newsroom·May 28, 2026

Joe Tanner Inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of FameEagle Scout Joe Tanner has been inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, continuing a remarkable journey shaped by leadership, service, and exploration. Scouting played a major role in the Tanner family legacy. Joe Tanner and his four brothers all earned the rank of Eagle Scout, while their father devoted many years as a dedicated Scouting volunteer. The values learned through Scouting are clearly reflected in Tanner’s extraordinary career and accomplishments.Scouting Alumni·May 27, 2026

Service is the Heart of ScoutingOne of the ways Scouts fulfill their promise “to help other people at all times” is through meaningful community service projects that bring people together and make a lasting impact. Once again this year, Scouts from Troop 1344 (Girls), sponsored by the Apple Valley Property Owners Association in Howard, joined with several Scouts from Troop 344 (Boys) to complete a major cleanup project at Faith Lutheran Church in Mount Vernon, Ohio.Scouting Alumni·May 27, 2026

Son of Veterans Give Back to Those Who ServedWhen Vincenzo DiLuna began planning his Eagle Scout service project, he knew he wanted to create something that would have a real impact on his community. That vision led him to Horsemanship 4 Heroes, a nonprofit in Reno, Nevada, dedicated to helping veterans navigate PTSD, anxiety, and depression through equine-assisted therapy and mentorship. After learning the organization needed an obstacle course to help veterans build confidence and trust while riding horses, Vincenzo found the perfect project.Scouting Alumni·May 27, 2026

Scouting America: Standing with Families, Supporting Our NationThis Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to our country and stand with the families who carry their legacy forward.Scouting America Foundation·May 26, 2026

A New, Simpler Renewal Cycle for All MembersScouting America announced an important change at last week’s National Annual Meeting that will simplify the membership and unit renewal process nationwide. By February 2028, all members and all units will have a single, common renewal month of February. This change is in response to feedback from unit leaders and other Scouters who asked for […] Sea Scouts News·May 24, 2026

Harris Poll Finds Eagle Scouts Have an AdvantageThe results of a new research study, “Eagle Scouts: A Legacy of Values-Based Leadership and Service,” were shared during the 2026 National Annual Meeting. Scouting America partnered with The Harris Poll to survey thousands of adults and study how Eagle Scouts compare to people who have not participated in Scouting. The results of this survey help demonstrate the strong advantage Eagle Scouts gain and provide a powerful message about the value of Scouting to prospective members and donors.Scouting Alumni·May 21, 2026

Fellow Attorney David Winterton is Alive Because Alum Matt Johnson Was Prepared at Age 11Attorney David Winterton was in the middle of cross-examining a witness when he suddenly collapsed to the floor after suffering cardiac arrest. Within seconds, opposing counsel Matt Johnson rushed to his side. Johnson quickly realized Winterton had stopped breathing and had no pulse. Drawing on CPR training he learned as an 11-year-old Scout more than four decades earlier, he immediately began chest compressions, despite never having performed CPR in a real-life emergency.Scouting Alumni·May 21, 2026

Triplet Sisters Found Impact and Purpose in ScoutingWhat starts as a search for belonging can turn into something much bigger. When triplets Janna, Zeina, and Anhar moved to Georgia, they joined Scouting America looking for connection. What they found was leadership, adventure, and a community that quickly felt like home. Through campouts, whitewater rafting trips, and leadership programs like National Youth Leadership Training and National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience at the Summit Bechtel Reserve, they didn’t just participate, they led.Scouting Alumni·May 21, 2026

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Alum Justin Parsons Uses Skill He Learned as a Youth to Save a LifeCircle Ten Council recently held its annual fundraising luncheon, where one local man was recognized for his quick, lifesaving actions during a critical moment. The highlight of the program was the recognition of Justin Parsons, who stepped in to help a woman who began choking during an event hosted by L3Harris Technologies. As others called 911, Parsons relied on first-aid skills he had learned as a Scout and immediately performed the Heimlich maneuver until the obstruction was cleared and the woman could breathe again.Scouting Alumni·May 18, 2026

Eagle Scout Helps A Community Advance His Eagle Scout Service Project 30 Years After CompletionIn 1996, as part of his Eagle Scout service project, Jeremy Gneiting organized a fundraiser to install a community sign for Grant, Idaho. A Fourth of July breakfast with donated food resulted in a sign that helped define the community for decades. That same sign is being replaced, and Gneiting is once again involved alongside a group of local residents leading the effort.Scouting Alumni·May 18, 2026

Janet Braun Awarded Congressional Women of the YearScouting alum Janet Braun was honored earlier this month as one of Rep. Judy Chu’s 2026 Congressional Women of the Year, recognized alongside nine outstanding women from across the California San Gabriel Valley for their service and leadership. Braun, elected to the City Council in 2022 and serving as mayor in 2025, has a long record of public service. Her leadership includes serving as chair of the Planning and Public Safety Commissions and active involvement in civic and women’s leadership organizations. She has also supported voter protection and turnout efforts and contributed to numerous local institutions.Scouting Alumni·May 18, 2026