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Community Service Coordinator

Community Service Coordinator

Role Summary

The Community Service Coordinator helps the pack give back to the community through organized service projects. Cub Scouting’s commitment to “Good Turns” — acts of service for others — is a core element of the program. This role was previously the standalone Service Chair position.

Reports To

RelationshipRole
Reports toProgram Chair
Works withCubmaster, Den Leaders, Charter Org Rep

Core Responsibilities

  • Identify and promote service projects in the charter organization (your charter organization), school, and community
  • Coordinate pack participation in service events (e.g., Scouting for Food, Caroling)
  • Help den leaders incorporate service into den meeting programs
  • Suggest service project ideas to the Program Chair and Cubmaster
  • Ensure service hours are recorded and reported to the Committee Chair (who submits to Council)
  • Promote family participation in service activities
  • Coordinate with the Charter Org Rep on service opportunities that benefit your pack meeting location or PTA
  • Plan each service project following BSA safety and approval guidelines

Recurring Service Activities

EventDescriptionHistorical Lead
Scouting for FoodAnnual food drive — canned goods collected door-to-doorKara Giglia
CarolingScouts carol in the neighborhood; proceeds to a selected beneficiaryHank Tripp

Additional service opportunities may be identified throughout the year.

Planning a Service Project

  1. Identify the project and get committee/Cubmaster buy-in
  2. Confirm the beneficiary is expecting and wanting the help
  3. Schedule date and time; confirm logistics
  4. Obtain permissions/approvals (landowner permission, BSA approval if money-earning component)
  5. Identify and procure supplies
  6. Communicate to families: what, when, where, what to bring, what to wear
  7. Apply the SAFE Checklist; ensure two-deep leadership
  8. Record participants, hours, and description for Council reporting

Recording Service Hours

After each service project, record:

  • Date and project description
  • Location / beneficiary
  • Number of Scouts and adults who participated
  • Total service hours (Scouts x hours + adults x hours)

Submit to the Committee Chair, who reports to your council.

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