Boy Scouts of America, South Texas Council, Inc.

The Mission Statement of Scouting America South Texas Council is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

The South Texas Council is the premier youth leadership development program in South Texas. Scouting has impacted the lives of thousands of youths since its founding in 1910. The impact Scouting makes on young people can be seen in the thousands of service hours performed annually including Eagle Scout projects that benefit community organizations. Since its founding in 1910 South Texas Scouting alumni have included community leaders, judges, business leaders, military leaders, educators, and medical professionals including Dr. McIver Furman, who was instrumental in the founding of Driscoll Children's Hospital. Today Scouting in South Texas impacts over 1,800 youth across South Texas.

Testimonials

"Each of my four children has their own unique strengths, weaknesses, interests, and needs. Scouting offers a program that is tailored to help guide and support each one in the areas where they need it most. It has transformed not only their lives but also the lives of our entire family. " - Chelise H. Scout mom.

"Sharing my experience as a young Scoutmaster was again a very emotional feeling since it brought back great memories of working with these young boys that I was able to make a high difference in their lives! I am proud to have been a part of their success!" - Julio Reyes, South Texas