I am 88% less likely to drop out of high school. I am twice as likely to be a supervisor and leader. I am four times more likely to be an FBI agent. I am three times more likely to be an astronaut. I am twice as likely to graduate as an officer from one of our four military academies.

 

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President Gerald R. Ford Biography

Updated information on Camp Director Allegations Just Mailed Today (7/22/10) to 900+ Leaders in our Council!!

Council response to Camp Director allegations July 9, 2010

IMPORTANT CHANGES TO THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA'S YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING POLICIES

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Celebration Activities

100th Anniversary of Boy Scouts of America

Grand Rapids: Reflections on an American President

Scouting for Food

The Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar -To Be Released March 23, 2010

"A Shining Light Across America" - Saturday, July 31, 2010. Celebration Cinema-North and Owasippe Scout Reservation. Join west Michigan-area Scouts and over 100 of our Scouts at the Jamboree for an awe-inspiring Centennial Celebration show celebrating Scouting. Click here for more details.

 

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Own a New Piece of History

"A Legacy for the Future" Reminiscences of Scouting in West Michigan Boy Scouts of America, Gerald R. Ford Council

By Tim J. Todish

Cost is $29.95 plus tax ($1.80). The book can be shipped for an extra charge of $8.00. Contact Kris at 616-785-2662 x210 for further details.

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100 Things You Didn't Know About Scouting

July/August 2010 Scouter is now on the web site.

2009 Points of Pride

The National Scouting Museum is preserving personal stories of Scouting's First 100 years. They want to hear yours! For more information click here for flyer.

Dining Hall Volunteer Request

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Child Abuse Reporting Requirements

As Leaders, one of the questions you will receive is: "What do supplies cost?" Please click on this link, for a summary of the basic supplies needed for Scouts.

The Scout Salute - Spring 2009 Page 1 & 4, Page 2 & 3

Give to BSA - With your help, the Boy Scouts of America will continue to change the lives of young men and women across America. 

Council Facts

"How come they never do any news stories abut our Pack/Troop/Crew?" Click here to find out how to market your unit in the media.

Internet Rechartering

Internet Advancement

Are you an Eagle Scout? Click here!

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The following companies are supporting our Scouts through a generous contribution as a 100th year Anniversary Sponsor:

 Premier Corporate Sponsor

Meijer

Centennial Sponsor

Huntington Bank

Peter Wege

Dan & Pamella DeVos Foundation

Peter Cook

Chuck & Jan Stoddard

Frances & Michael Sulgrove

Presidential Sponsor

Warner Norcross & Judd LLP

Independent Bank

Fifth Third Bank

Gaylen Byker

Leadership Sponsor

Miller Johnson

Mercantile Bank

Cascade Fresh Cleaning Company

Bill Currie

If your company would like to join our celebration by being an Anniversary year sponsor contact Suzie Blake, Development Director at 616-785-2662 ext. 204 or email suzie.blake@scouting.org

Proud partners of our

2009 Popcorn Sale

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2009 Popcorn Kickoff Flyer

Popcorn Sale Information

Click here to login to your Sale Management and Order Site.

Please contact us at 1-888-BSA-GRFC with any questions.