Ways to Invest in Youth

Friends of Scouting

Friends of Scouting (FOS) is our “annual fund” whereby Scout parents, alumni, and others provide direct support

to the Council.  Tax deductible contributions can be made in the form of a check, charge, stock, or pledge.  Gifts

can also be made to honor someone for an accomplishment or express sympathy to a bereaved family.

Contributions might also qualify as a “Matching Gift” from your employer.

Distinguished Citizen Award

Each year Buffalo Trace Council presents the highly coveted Distinguished Citizen Award to a local community

leader.  Individuals selected are those who exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives.  The award is presented at a dinner gala that is also a significant fundraising event for the Council.

Past Distinguished Citizens include:

1983         Robert D. Orr, Governor of the State of Indiana

1984         William L. Brooks, Senior Vice President of Citizens National Bank

1985         Joseph E. O'Daniel, President of O'Daniel Ranes

1986         Richard A. Schlottman, President of Old National Bank

1987         David L. Rice, President of the University of Southern Indiana

1988         Wendell L. Dixon, Chief Executive Officer of Credithrift

1989         Norman P. Wagner, CEO & Chairman of the Board of SIGECO

1990         Rolland M. Eckels, Director of Public Affairs for Mead Johnson & Co.

1991         Robert L. Koch, II, President & CEO of George Koch Sons, Inc.

1992         Dan W. Mitchell, Chairman & CEO of Old National Bancorp

1993         John H. Schroeder, Founder & Chairman of Crescent-Cresline-Wabash Plastics

1994         Marjorie Z. Soyugenc, President & CEO of Welborn Baptist Hospital

1995         Thomas W. Tuley, Editor & President of the Evansville Courier

1996         Rita and G. Richard Eykamp, Treasurer & CEO of Mid-States Rubber Inc.

1997         Robert Z. Morris, Business Leader & Philanthropist

1998         Ronald G. Reherman, President & CEO of SIGCORP

1999         Frank F. McDonald, II, Mayor of the City of Evansville

2000         John M. Dunn, President of Dunn Hospitality Group

2001         Frank J. Schultheis, President of Schultheis Insurance

2002         Gerald A. Gettelfinger, Bishop of the Diocese of Evansville

2003         Andrew E. Goebel, President & COO of Vectren

2004         Wayne F. Henning, Executive Vice President & Regional CEO of Old National Bank

2005         Mr. Seizo Okamoto, President of Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana

2006         Alan W. Braun, Chairman & CEO of Industrial Contractors, Inc.

2007         Niel C. Ellerbrook, Chairman, President & CEO of Vectren Corporation

2008         Ronald D. Romain, President & CEO of United Companies

 Trails’ End Popcorn Sale

In 2007 the Scouts of Buffalo Trace Council sold just over $1.3 million of great tasting Trails’ End Popcorn!  70%

of the sale goes directly to Scouting providing funds for Council operations and participating Scout Units.  Begun

here in 1981, the Trails’ End Popcorn sale has grown nation-wide and is the Council’s largest single source of funds.

Campaign for a Second Century

To help prepare for Scouting’s next 100 years, Buffalo trace Council has launched the campaign for a Second

Century to enhance programs, improve facilities, and continue to reach out to youth and families throughout the Council territory.  Three major areas will be supported by this effort:

                  Improve outdoor facilities                                                                     $1,000,000

                  Strengthen programs TODAY through immediate endowment          $1,350,000

                  Strengthen programs TOMORROW through planned giving             $1,000,000

                  Total campaign goal                                                                            $3,350,000

United Way

Buffalo Trace Council is a proud partner with five United Ways.  Your support of United Way strengthens Scouting!