A similar amount will help the local council continue providing service to all of the council's Scouting groups in the form of camps, programs, staff support, recruiting and training of volunteers, marketing, and expanding Scouting to needy youth and families. The remainder goes for youth prizes, cost of the popcorn, and promotional expenses of the sale. This year's package included toys, sporting goods, Scout equipment and uniforms, and summer camp scholarships. This year's top seller in the council is Douglas Miller, an eight year old Cub Scout in Pack 83 located in Marion.
Families become involved because of the values, ideals, and safe environment of Scouting.
Volunteers give their time out of genuine concern for the positive development of young people. None of these people are here to take part in ongoing fund-raising activities, or to be 'nickel and dimed' on an ongoing basis. He sees the popcorn sale as a means to make the Scouting year more meaningful and enjoyable for everyone involved. We know from numerous studies that the longer a young person is involved in Scouts, the more likely he or she is to become what most people would view as a better person. These certificates were awarded in addition to the local council prize program and the Trail's End national prizes.