Scouting America, Aloha Council

What Scouting America, Aloha Council does

Scouting America, Aloha Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local council of the national Scouting America organization, serving approximately 4,000 youth across Hawaii, Guam, and American Samoa. The council delivers five core programs (Cub Scouts for K-5, Scouts BSA for ages 11-17, Venturing for ages 14-20, Exploring for career exploration ages 10-20, and Sea Scouts for water-based activities) through 157 chartered units sponsored by over 80 community organizations, supported by 2,000+ adult volunteers across five geographic districts (Hikina, Komohana, Kauai, Maui Nui, and Hawaii Island) plus a Scoutreach outreach program. It is governed by a 48-member Board of Directors and operates with 25 full-time staff, 20 part-time staff, and nearly 50 seasonal camp staff.

The council operates a substantial physical asset base including four camps (Camp Pupukea, a 65-acre flagship on Oahu's North Shore; Camp Maluhia on Maui; Camp Alan Faye on Kauai adjacent to Waimea Canyon; and Camp Ehrhorn overlooking Honolulu), two Scout Shop retail locations, and three service centers. Programming is delivered primarily through a community-charter model where schools, churches, civic organizations, and businesses host units, supplemented by direct council services including camp facilities, retail, and signature fundraising events. Technology infrastructure consists of standard national Scouting America tools (my.scouting.org for registration, BeAScout.org unit locator) with no proprietary platform.

Revenue is generated through six diversified streams: membership fees (youth $150/yr, adult $86/yr set nationally), annual fundraising campaigns (Friends of Scouting, Camp Cards, Popcorn sales), facility rentals to non-Scout groups, Scout Shop retail and online sales, event sponsorships (Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner, golf tournaments), and planned giving/endowment contributions. Pricing for camp programs ranges from $150 for Winter Summit youth registration to $4,800 for the 2026 National Jamboree. The council was founded in 1910 as part of the national organization and recently rebranded from Boy Scouts of America to Scouting America.

Name

Scouting America, Aloha Council

Legal name

Aloha Council, Scouting America

Website

https://scoutinghawaii.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Scouting America, Aloha Council is a Hawaii-based 501(c)(3) non-profit local council delivering five Scouting programs (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Exploring, Sea Scouts) to roughly 4,000 youth across Hawaii, Guam, and American Samoa through 157 chartered units, four camps, and 2,000+ adult volunteers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Group Camping & Scout Camps (THAGAOAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Scouting programs
• Summer camp operations
• Nonprofit membership services
• Volunteer-led youth activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Honolulu

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual registration fees collected from youth and adult members. Fees fund council operations, program delivery, camp maintenance, and staff support across all five districts.
2. Fundraising Campaigns: Annual Friends of Scouting campaign and unit-level fundraising through Camp Cards and Popcorn sales programs. These campaigns support scholarships (camperships), program enrichment, and council operations.
3. Facility Rentals: Rental income from camps (Camp Pupukea, Camp Maluhia, Camp Alan Faye, Camp Ehrhorn) and venues (Presidents Hall) to non-Scout groups including schools, nonprofits, and private event organizers.
4. Scout Shop Sales: Retail sales of Scouting uniforms, handbooks, merit badge supplies, and promotional items at two Scout Shop locations (Oahu and Maui) and an online storefront.
5. Event Sponsorships & Donations: Sponsorships for signature events such as the Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner, Maui Scouting Golf Tournament, and Tee Up For Scouting Golf Tournament. One-time and recurring donations are solicited through the council's donation portal.
6. Planned Giving & Endowment: Bequests, planned gifts, and endowment fund contributions that provide long-term sustainable financial support for the organization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Scouting America, Aloha Council delivers the Scouting America youth-development program across Hawaii, Guam, and American Samoa through chartered community organizations, offering age-tiered scouting programs (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing/Sea Scouts), resident and day camp experiences, adult volunteer leader training, rank advancement and merit badge curricula, and scout shop retail of uniforms and supplies. The council functions as the regional franchise operator for the national Scouting America program within its chartered territory.

Product overview

Scouting America, Aloha Council is a youth development organization offering a portfolio of interconnected programs across five core Scouting programs: Cub Scouts for kindergarten through fifth grade, Scouts BSA for ages 11-17, Venturing for ages 14-20 focusing on leadership development, Exploring for career preparation, and Sea Scouts for water-based activities. The council operates five camp facilities across Hawaii including Camp Pupukea (flagship Oahu camp), Camp Maluhia (Maui), Camp Alan Faye (Kauai), and Camp Ehrhorn (Oahu), providing outdoor education and residential camping experiences. Seasonal programs include Summer Camp, Winter Summit, and the National Jamboree, while special initiatives like the Cub Scout Summertime Adventure and Out of Council Camping Adventure extend programming reach. Retail services are provided through two Scout Shop locations and an online store.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Scouting America Youth Programs (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts)
• Council-Owned Resident and Day Camps
• Adult Volunteer Leader Training
• Scout Shop Retail (Uniforms, Handbooks, Supplies)
• Council Fundraising and Friends of Scouting Campaign
• Camp Facility Rental and Group Event Services
• Chartered Organization Partnership Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 790 youth in 52 Cub Scout Packs; 1,509 youth in 81 Scouts BSA Troops; 32 youth in 6 Venturing/Sea Scout crews; 6 youth in Scoutreach Outreach; 39 youth in Exploring programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.

• Matson, Inc.flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Matson, Inc. is the 2026 Distinguished Citizen Award honoree, recognized for its longstanding commitment to Hawaii and support of organizations that strengthen local communities. As an essential logistics provider for Hawaii's food supply and a major employer, Matson exemplifies the values of leadership, service, and community stewardship that the Distinguished Citizen Award celebrates.
• Dunes at Maui Lani Golf CourseminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Venue and partner for the 5th Annual Maui Scouting Golf Tournament on April 25, 2026. The tournament raises funds for Maui's Scouting programs with proceeds benefiting youth leadership and outdoor adventure programs.
• Elks Lodge (Hawai'i Island)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Elks Lodge on Hawai'i Island partners with the Aloha Council to present Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremonies for Scouts on the Big Island. Elks Lodge representatives attend courts of honor to present Grand Lodge Eagle Scout certificates, congratulatory letters, and certificates from the local lodge to newly recognized Eagle Scouts.
• Hawaiian community organizations (80+ charter partners)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOver 80 community organizations — including civic, non-profit, religious, educational, and business organizations — charter Scouting units (packs, troops, crews, ships) across Hawaii. These charter partners provide organizational sponsorship, meeting space, and volunteer leadership while the council provides program support, training, and advancement services.
• Sheraton Waikiki Beach ResortminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for the annual Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner. The Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort hosts the event recognizing Hawaii community leaders and organizations for their service and leadership.
• Hawaii Division of Forestry & Wildlife (DLNR)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Division of Forestry & Wildlife provides hiking permits and trail information for Camp Ehrhorn's extensive state trail system. Scouts and groups must contact DLNR for permits and rules before using the trails.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Kamaile Academy Public Charter School: Hawaii charter school serving K–12 with outdoor, place-based learning. Indirect peer in the youth-development ecosystem, drawing on similar community partnerships and family demographics.
• National Eagle Scout Association (NESA): National alumni organization for Eagle Scouts that operates the Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year and Outstanding Eagle Scout awards the Aloha Council leverages for member recognition. Adjacent enabling organization that supports council programming and alumni engagement.

Direct peers

• Scouting America — Pacific Skyline Council: Another local Scouting America council (California-based) with a comparable multi-district, multi-camp, community-charter model. Direct structural peer in council operations, fundraising, and program delivery.
• Girl Scouts of Hawaii: Direct peer organization delivering youth character and outdoor programs exclusively for girls in Hawaii. Operates under a parallel national federation (GSUSA) and runs a comparable camp and troop-based delivery model, including shared historical stewardship of Camp Maluhia.
• Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii: Hawaii affiliate of Boys & Girls Clubs of America offering youth development programs for ages 7–17. Competes for the same families, donors, and community charter partnerships across the Hawaiian Islands.
• YMCA of Honolulu: Hawaii-based YMCA operating youth programs, summer camps, and character-building activities. Targets overlapping family audiences with similar membership, camp, and community-based delivery.

Broad incumbents

• Outward Bound Hawaii: Hawaii-based outdoor education provider focused on youth expeditions and wilderness character programs. Adjacent competitor for outdoor programming revenue and family interest in adventure-based learning.

Emerging players

• 4-H Hawaii (UH Cooperative Extension): Hawaii 4-H program delivering youth STEM, agriculture, and leadership programming through schools and community clubs. Overlaps on youth-development outcomes but with a different delivery channel.
• Police Activities League (PAL) Hawaii: Hawaii PAL chapters deliver youth athletic and leadership programs with law-enforcement mentorship. Comparable in targeting youth character development and community-based delivery, but on a smaller scale.

Regional players

• Hawaii Youth Symphony: Regional youth-development organization offering music education and performance programs. Competes for the same Hawaii families' enrichment time and donations, but in a narrower arts niche.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@scoutinghawaii-alohacounci3677
• Facebookfacebook.com/scoutinghawaii
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/alohacouncilbsa
• Instagraminstagram.com/scoutinghawaii

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