TROOP 31 ABC FUND

BY-LAW 16

Official Fund Name:  The Asselstine/Bigler/Coates Fund

Purpose:  To help in funding camping trips and uniform parts for Scouts in need.

Procedures:

[1]        A fund drive will be held annually to raise money for the fund.  All money

            collected will be placed in the troop bank account and reported on a line item

            called, “ABC Fund.”

[2]        A Scout who is unable to pay for camping or uniforms may request assistance

            from the ABC Fund through the Scoutmaster.  The Scoutmaster will make a

            recommendation based upon the needs of the family and their ability to pay.

            The names of all Scouts who request assistance will be kept confidential.

[3]        No decision will be based on race, religion, or creed.

[4]        The following may be considered for eligibility:

                        a. Active participation in previous troop programming.

                        b. Scouting Spirit (Scout Oath and Law)

                        c. Participation in troop fund raising efforts.

[5]        Upon receipt of a scholarship:

                        a. Camping money will be placed directly into the Scout’s account for the trip.

                        b. Uniform parts will be purchased by the Scoutmaster or his designee.

[6]        The annual budget shall not exceed the total amount of accumulated interest for the year.

[7]        The ABC Fund Balance will be reported by the troop treasurer on a monthly basis.

[8]        No more than 50% of any activity cost may be funded through the ABC Fund unless

            there are extreme circumstances involved.

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