Join Us for the Distinguished Speaker Series We are excited to invite you to the Distinguished Speaker Series, hosted by the Petroleum Club of Houston, on Monday, March 31st. Marvin Smith, CEO/Scout Executive of the Sam Houston Area Council, will join the panel to discuss the next chapter of Scouting America in Houston. Reserve Your Spot Today! To make reservations, please call 713-659-1431.
Scouting America: Sam Houston Area Council
Non-profit Organizations
Houston, TX 1,408 followers
Leading Youth to Livelong Values, Service, and Achievement
About us
The Sam Houston Area Council serves approximately 28,000 youth in 16 southeast Texas counties through the dedicated service and leadership of over 10,000 adult volunteers. Scouting is completely funded by the generosity of those who believe in its mission. Support of Scouting provides programs, services, professional support, as well as year-round outdoor programs -- all designed to lead youth to lifelong values, service, and achievement. Scouting teaches values and the importance of having strong beliefs, making good choices and striving for the highest of ideals. At every regular meeting, a Scout recites the Scout Oath, which reminds Scouts of their duties to God, their country and their communities. The Scout Law pledges young men and women to be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent. Scouting teaches practical first aid skills, swimming, canoeing, backpacking and camping, as well as a love and respect for the outdoors. Scouting teaches kindness -- and urges Scouts to do a good turn daily for others. The Sam Houston Area Council's services area includes the following counties of Southeast Texas: Austin, Brazos, Burleson, (portion of) Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Grimes, Harris, Madison, Matagorda, Montgomery, (portion of) Trinity, Walker, Waller, Washington, and Wharton.
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Houston, TX
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1914
- Specialties
- character, citizenship, and fitness
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2225 North Loop W
PO Box 924528
Houston, TX 77292, US
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Houston, TX 77008, US
Employees at Scouting America: Sam Houston Area Council
Updates
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School's out, brains on! This week our Scoutreach team attended "FUN-omenal Spring Break" - a STEM-focused educational program hosted by EOG Resources where attendees got to stop by and race in Rain Gutter Regatta! 🚤 Thank you to EOG Resources and Discovery Green for hosting such a fantastic week of events!
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Leadership is critical if we are going to meet the challenges of tomorrow. And Scouting is one of the most effective programs in producing future leaders. We asked some of our fellow Eagle Scouts to join a special guest to talk about the importance of leadership and why Scouts are so well-equipped to meet that need. (Video produced for our 2025 Distinguished Citizen Award Luncheon) #Scouting #YouthDevelopment #EagleScout #Leadership
The Essence of Leadership: Insights from Eagle Scouts
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Welcome to the Sam Houston Area Council team - Bradley Harden! He will serve as the District Executive in the Lone Star District, providing leadership to the volunteers within the Lone Star District. Bradley is a graduate of the University of Houston and a proud Eagle Scout from the Sam Houston Area Council. Bradley and his wife, Shelby, just welcomed their first baby last May. He enjoys painting and outdoor activities.
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Welcome to the Sam Houston Area Council team - Matthew Newton! Matthew will serve as the District Executive in the Raven District. His role as District Executive will be to provide leadership and support to the volunteers within the Raven District. A proud Houstonian, Matthew was raised in the greater Houston Metro area. He graduated from Sam Houston State University and recently earned a graduate degree from Urshan University. Matthew earned the rank of Eagle Scout here in the Sam Houston Area Council. His experience in staff leadership, personnel management, and the organization of volunteer teams will serve as a great addition to the Raven District. He is married with two daughters, the oldest of whom is a Wolf Scout. Join us in welcoming Matthew to the team!
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Join us on Tuesday, April 22 for an unforgettable morning at the Sam Houston Area Council Sports Breakfast, one of Houston’s most anticipated philanthropic events! This gathering is rapidly becoming a highlight on the city’s calendar, attracting sports enthusiasts and community leaders alike. Each year, the breakfast showcases powerful stories that highlight the transformational impact of Scouting America in our local community. This year, we’re thrilled to welcome a true Houston icon, the legendary Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Singletary! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be inspired and celebrate the spirit of Scouting while connecting with fellow supporters dedicated to making a difference. Get ready for a morning filled with motivation, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to uplifting our youth! For more information, please visit www.sportsbreakfast.org
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Please join us in welcoming to the team, Ashley Hertzog! We are excited to announce the selection of Ashley to serve as the District Executive in the Red Wolf District. Her role as District Executive will be to provide leadership and support to the volunteers within the Red Wolf District with a focus on District Operations, Membership Recruiting, Unit Service, Friends of Scouting, and Product Sales. Ashley is a graduate of the University of North Texas where she received her degree in Business Administration. During her college career, she volunteered with the ScoutReach program in McKinney, TX to bring Scouting to at-risk communities. She has spent the last 15 years in sales within the Automotive and Industrial sectors. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, crafting, and volunteer-coaching her daughter’s cheer team!
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Scouting for Food 2025 was a resounding success, with over 2,000 volunteers over both weekends, 11,000 service hours reported across 150 units, and OVER 111,000 pounds in food donations! Thousands of families across Houston will be fed thanks to everyone's hard work. We're grateful to all our units who participated this year, from Scouts to volunteers, you're all superstars!
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Scouting America: Sam Houston Area Council reposted this
At Scouting America, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Congressman G.T. Thompson for reading a resolution into the House of Representatives honoring the enduring legacy of Scouting in America. We genuinely appreciate his leadership and commitment to Scouting’s values. We would also like to send a special thank you to Rep. Sanford Bishop, our co-chair of the Scouting Caucus, for his unwavering support and dedication to our cause. Together, they have continued to champion the role of Scouting in shaping the next generation of leaders and strengthening communities nationwide. #115YearsofScouting #ScoutingAmerica
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Scouting America membership sees an increase following the name change! ⚜️Learn more about the exciting nationwide rebrand here 👇 https://lnkd.in/g-ejH8rQ