Friends of Scouting is an annual direct solicitation campaign, reaching out to Scout families, service organizations, and businesses.  It is the Council's largest source of income (28 percent).  Additionally the United Way recognizes the value of  Scouting  and provides 18 percent of the Council's annual budget.

It costs $128 per year to provide a program for one Scout.

What does a Friends of Scouting Membership provide?  Local programs and activities throughout the Councils territory, Camp scholarships, uniforms, and registration fees for at-risk youths, Four Scout Service Centers that coordinate Scouting activities and provide customer service to members, Accident and liability insurance to protect both youth and adult members, Professional staff who counsel, guide, and inspire volunteer leadership, Camps and facilities available for year-round camping and Cub Scout family outdoor events, Opportunities to attend summer camp and high adventure events, Advancement programs where Scouts are recognized for learning and making progress on goals they set and attain, Literature and training material development and distribution, A hiking-trail system on and off the Council's property, Leadership training for young people who will become future community leaders.