2025 Scouting Forward Breakfast

THANK YOU FOR A GREAT EVENT!

We are incredibly grateful to the more than 180 supporters who attended the 2025 Scouting Forward Breakfast at the Centre Club. Thanks to your generosity and commitment, we raised $42,500 toward our $45,000 goal to expand Scouting programs into more communities across Tampa Bay.

Your support directly helps deliver character-building programs to youth who need Scouting the most. Because of you, we are moving Scouting forward in bold and meaningful ways.

We are still working to reach our full goal, and every gift makes a difference. If you would like to help us close the gap, please click the Support ScoutReach button below.

Thank you again for believing in the mission of Scouting and investing in the future of our youth.

What is ScoutReach

ScoutReach is the dedicated outreach initiative of the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council, committed to uplifting underserved communities through Scouting. Our innovative approach involves:

  • Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with youth-centric organizations to expand our reach.
  • Supportive Funding: Subsidizing Scouting units to make the experience accessible to all.
  • Professional Leadership: Ensuring quality guidance for every Scout.

Our Mission: To offer a complete Scouting experience, enriched with life-long benefits, to underprivileged youth in Tampa Bay.

Empowering Local Youth

Who We Serve

ScoutReach focuses on providing children and adolescents with opportunities to develop character, moral, and ethical decision-making skills. Our programs cater to:

  • Cub Scouts: Elementary school boys and girls.
  • Scouts BSA: Middle and high school boys and girls.
  • Enriched Learning: Weekly meetings with advancement opportunities, integrated with Florida’s school curriculum.
  • Exciting Adventures: 4-6 local, Scouting-focused trips annually.

How We Serve

Our flexible service models include community, after-school, and remote programs, ensuring no child is left behind. Tailored to community needs, we offer:

  • Scout Essentials: T-shirts, uniform closets, and meeting supplies.
  • Outdoor Experiences: Outings, camping, and necessary equipment.
  • Professional Assistance: Support staff for smooth program operation.

Our Partners

Proudly collaborating with:

  • Tampa Housing Authority | Suncoast YMCA
  • Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay | Hillsborough County Schools
  • Pasco County Schools | Pasco County Parks Recreation and Natural Resources
  • Polk County Schools | RCMA | Community Steppingstones | Family Resources
  • Sumter Youth Center

Our Impact

  • Expansive Reach: Over 1,800 youth served in 2024.
  • Broad Coverage: 30+ community-based program sites.
  • Expert Team: Fully trained, competent program delivery staff.
  • Volunteer Strength: Robust volunteer committee support.

Our Vision

To extend Scouting’s benefits and provide opportunities to every eligible youth in the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council region.

ScoutReach Program Team

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Kyle Christmas
Scoutreach Program Director
Kyle.Christmas@scouting.org

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Edith Bradley
Scoutreach Program Aide
Edith.Bradley@scouting.org

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Jacki Slater
Scoutreach Program Aide
Jacki.Slater@scouting.org

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Mo Hinkle
Scoutreach Program Aide
Morgan.Hinkle@scouting.org

Melanie Mays

Melanie Mays
Scout Reach Program Aid

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