Annual Report

Whom We Serve

In 2023, your investment in Scouting’s youth provides the foundation for the programs and services that support over 5,000 young people throughout Bucks County, Pennsylvania and Hunterdon County and the greater Mercer County area in New Jersey.

Cub Scouts

2,376 boys and girls in grades K-5

Scouts BSA

2,547 boys and girls ages 11-17

Venturing

38 young men and women ages 14-21

Sea Scouts

7 young men and women ages 14 to 21

Scouts BSA

41 young men and women ages 14 to 21 in career-based programs

Council Volunteers

2,531 adult volunteers serving 189 units

Rank Advancement

Arrow of Light

Earned by 249 Cub Scouts

 

Eagle Scout

Earned by 188 Scouts BSA

Top Merit Badges Earned

Citizenship in Society

Earned by 431

First Aid

Earned by 289

Environmental Science

Earned by 280

2022 Operating Fund*

The Washington Crossing Council places over 90% of funds directly into programming, with a minimal amount for overhead and operating.

Income
$2,243,212

Camping and Program Activities:

46.4%

Direct and Indirect Support:

24.1%

Other:

18.9%

Scout Shop:

5.4%

Popcorn Sale:

2.9%

Investment Income:

2.3%

Expense
$2,243,865

Program Expense:

90.9%

Fundraising Expense:

5.5%

Management and Overhead:

1.9%

National Charter Fee:

1.7%

* The financial data is summarized from financial statements which are audited by EisnerAmper LLP. Audited financial statements are available at the Council Service Center. The Washington Crossing Council, Boy Scouts of America is tax exempt under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Copies of IRS Form 990 are available at the Council Service Center.

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. The official registration and financial information of Washington Crossing Council, Boy Scouts of America may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.