Scouting 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. Scouting of 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 delivers Scouting Programs to 11,000 youth across the counties of Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz.