The Troop 457 Scholarship program provides a way to encourage full participation in our program regardless of the Scout’s financial situation. The Troop has always “made it work” however the scholarship program formalizes this process and give us the ability to quickly support Scouts without adversely impacting the Troop’s financials.
Who is eligible?
Any youth who is currently enrolled in the program or wishes to enroll in the program is eligible for a scholarship. We ask that scholarship recipients:
- Have a legitimate financial need
- Be active in the Troop
- Participate in the Troop’s fundraising activities.
The Committee Chair and Scoutmaster are ultimately responsible for determining eligibility for this program.
What can the program be used for?
The program can be used to pay for uniforms, gear, participation in activities, or anything paid for out of the Scout account. (This excludes Eagle Scout Project funding as the Scout is required to handle this as part of their project.)
Funding the Program
- Forfeited Scout Accounts
- Pledges from Friends of the Troop
Forfeited Scout Accounts
When a Scout leaves the Troop (either by not renewing or by aging out), funds in their Scout account cannot be refunded to their families due to IRS rules. Scout Accounts with a positive balance are transferred to a special Scholarship Account that can be pulled from by this program.
The Troop Committee is authorized to cap this account at a specific dollar amount or to approve pulling funds from this account with a majority vote of registered adult leaders.
Pledges from Friends of the Troop
The Troop will periodically contact friends of the Troop to solicit pledges to support Scouts in the program. No funds are gathered as a part of this process; instead, the Troop will contact an individual who pledge there support when we have a Scout in need.
Link to Scholarship Information
You can quickly share a link to the Scholarship Information and e Pledge Form using the following Short Link:
https://bit.ly/457Scholarship
Or by using the following QR code (right click and “Save Image As”):
Social Media
Help spread the word about our Scholarship Program. Click a social media service below to get started. Example posts, images, and video are available below to help you get started.
Be sure to tag @Troop457Zelie and use #457Scholarship!
Example Posts
Since 1940, @Troop457Zelie has supported Zelienople and its surrounding communities. Now is your chance to help support the leaders of tomorrow.
Visit https://bit.ly/457Scholarship to learn how. #457Scholarship
As an Eagle Scout, I’ve learned valuable skills that help me support our community. Now I’m excited to give back and support @Troop457Zelie’s new scholarship program.
Learn more and pledge your support at https://bit.ly/457Scholarship.
#457Scholarship
Help from the leaders of tomorrow. Support @Troop457Zelie’s new scholarship program.
Learn more and pledge your support at https://457Scholarship. #457Scholarship
Images
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Video
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One Sheet PDFs
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Please complete the following form to let us know you would like to support the Troop 457 Scholarship program. NO FUNDS ARE COLLECTED NOW.
The Troop will contact you when we have a Scout in need of your financial support. We will also reach out once a year to confirm you still wish to support this program.
Questions about the Program: Contact Mr. Maloney at [email protected]