Volunteer with Scouting Arizona, Grand Canyon Council
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering with the Grand Canyon Council is more than just giving your time—it’s about making a lasting impact on the lives of young people. As a volunteer, you’ll help shape the future leaders of our community by providing them with the skills, experiences, and values they need to succeed. Join us in our mission to empower the next generation through Scouting.
Guiding the Future through Service
Formal Appointment
Chair or committee member: 8-15 hours/month
Special Projects
Special events and projects like Pinewood Derby, Cub Scout Adventure Camp, Homecoming, etc.
Additional Volunteer Options
If you are over 18 years old, and are of good character, then here are the steps involved in becoming a volunteer:
Find a Pack, Troop, Crew, or Ship.
Go to https://beascout.scouting.org/ to find one in your area.
If you already have a unit to join, or you don’t want to be involved in one specific unit (like being a merit badge counselor), then you can skip this step.
Complete Youth Protection training
This is required before submitting an Adult Application.
Go to https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/
Adult Application
https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/524-501.pdf — This form is required for all adult volunteers, including merit badge counselors. This form includes consent for a background check. Once you’ve filled out the application, turn it into your unit’s Committee Chair, or your district’s District Executive.
Merit Badge Counselors
If you want to become a merit badge counselor, then there’s an additional form to fill out – https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/34405.pdf A merit badge counselor serves as both a teacher and mentor as Scouts work on a merit badge. Steps in Becoming a Merit Badge Counselor!
Every Scout deserves a trained leader.
There are a lot of good resources and events that will help you become a better leader. The first step is to take Position Specific Training. Here is a list of training programs that will benefit you — https://www.scouting.org/training/adult/