Scouting America (formerly known as Boy Scouts of America) is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. providing a program for young people that builds character, promotes good citizenship, and develops personal fitness.  

For over a century, Scouting has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Scouting America believes — and, through over a century of experience, knows — that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.  

The Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council currently serves 10,000 youth across the counties of Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz.