BSA Mission, Vision

Mission Statement

The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make moral and ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in the the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Vision Statement

Scouting America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Scout Oath

On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.