National Eagle Scout Association (DC)

What National Eagle Scout Association (DC) does

The National Capital Area Council (NCAC) is a regional council of Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered at the Marriott Scout Service Center, 9190 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, Maryland. The council serves youth and families across the National Capital Area, including Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, delivering youth development programs centered on character education, outdoor adventure, leadership training, and community service. NCAC operates camp properties, Scout Shops, and a portfolio of structured programs including Cub Scout Day and Twilight Camps, high adventure activities, aquatics, C.O.P.E. and climbing, range and target activities, and merit badge pathways.

The organization's core offering is a community-driven youth development platform delivered through local districts and volunteer-led troops. It monetizes through four primary streams: annual membership dues (recurring subscription), merchandise sales via physical Scout Shops (hardware), donations and fundraising (donations), and event-based fundraising including galas, tournaments, and golf classics (event revenue). Auxiliary programs include the Popcorn Program and Camp Cards for unit-level fundraising, as well as financial support and scholarship programs for participation accessibility.

The council relies on a community-led go-to-market model, acquiring families through volunteer networks, referral via BeAScout.scouting.org, physical Scout Shops, community events, and digital channels (website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, WeOwnAdventure blog). Its technology stack is not disclosed; there is no proprietary software, no mobile app, and no API surface. Mandatory Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) for all registered leaders anchors the youth protection program. The NCAC is governed by an Executive Board and operates under the parent Scouting America nonprofit structure with no shareholders or equity instruments.

Name

National Eagle Scout Association (DC)

Legal name

National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America

Website

https://ncacbsa.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The National Capital Area Council is a regional 501(c)(3) council of Scouting America serving youth and families across Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. It delivers community-based youth development, outdoor adventure, and leadership programs through volunteer-led districts, camps, and Scout Shops.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGADAJ

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYTHAGAOAI

Group Camping & Scout Camps

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Camping & Glamping Facilities

SECONDARYEDAMALAA

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

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Summer & Holiday Enrichment Camps (Multi-Activity, Academic)

SECONDARYTHAAAGAK

Education & Community Programs (Junior Ranger, Citizen Science, School Programs)

Travel & Hospitality/Adventure, Amusement Parks & Ecotourism/National Parks & Protected Area Visitor Services (Concessions, Guided Access)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Scouting education
• Outdoor adventure programs
• Leadership training
• Character education

Headquarters

HQ city

Bethesda

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Accepts donations through various giving programs and special events fundraising
2. Merchandise Sales: Revenue from Scout Shops selling scouting uniforms, supplies, and materials
3. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees for registered scouts and leaders
4. Event-Based Fundraising: Revenue from special events including galas, tournaments, and golf classics

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The National Eagle Scout Association (DC) operates as part of the National Capital Area Council of Scouting America, delivering youth development programming including outdoor adventures, character and leadership education, youth protection training, and merit-based advancement programs for scouts. The organization also operates Scout Shops retail outlets and runs fundraising programs such as popcorn and camp card sales to support council operations.

Product overview

National Capital Area Council (NCAC) of Scouting America offers a comprehensive suite of youth development programs and services centered on outdoor activities and character building. The organization operates multiple camp properties and outdoor adventure facilities, providing summer camps, high adventure programs, aquatics, climbing, and shooting sports activities. Beyond outdoor programming, NCAC provides youth protection services with mandatory Safeguarding Youth Training, retail Scout Shops, financial support programs, and fundraising initiatives including popcorn and camp card sales. The council serves families through resources for new members, scouts, and leaders, with training programs and member care services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Outdoor Adventures Program Outdoor adventure programming including camping, hiking, and expedition experiences designed to develop character and outdoor skills in youth scouts and families.
• Youth Protection Program Mandatory training program focused on safeguarding youth participants through screening, education, and policy enforcement for adult volunteers and leaders.
• Scout Shops Retail outlet offering scouting uniforms, insignia, handbooks, camping gear, and program-specific merchandise to registered scouts and volunteers.
• Training Programs Structured leadership and skills training programs for adult volunteers, including position-specific training and advancement education.
• Popcorn Program Annual fundraising program where scouts sell popcorn products to generate revenue for their individual units and the local council.
• Camp Cards Discount coupon card fundraising initiative sold by scouts to support local troop operations and council programming.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MarriottminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarriott Scout Service Center - Marriott brand used for naming the council's primary service center location at 9190 Rockville Pike, Bethesda MD

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: Large national youth development nonprofit providing character-building, leadership, and outdoor programming. Comparable in mission and member-based nonprofit model, though with greater emphasis on after-school programming rather than overnight outdoor adventure.
• Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America): National parent organization and umbrella for all local councils including NCAC. Directly comparable as the governing body of the same scouting program, although Scouting America operates at scale across all U.S. regions rather than a single metro.
• 4-H (National 4-H Council): National youth development organization offering leadership, citizenship, and outdoor programming through cooperative extension. Comparable in mission and youth development nonprofit structure, with overlap in camping, outdoor skills, and community service.

Direct peers

• Girl Scouts of the USA: National youth development nonprofit offering structured outdoor programs, leadership training, and character education to girls. Directly comparable in mission, programming categories (camps, badges/merit badges, fundraising cookies/popcorn), and nonprofit membership-based model.
• Camp Fire (formerly Camp Fire Boys and Girls): National youth development nonprofit with a similar heritage to Scouting, offering outdoor programming, leadership training, and camping. Comparable mission, member-based model, and nonprofit structure, though smaller in scale than Scouting America.

Regional players

• YMCA of Metropolitan Washington: Regional nonprofit offering youth development, camping, and outdoor programs in the same DC metro geography. Comparable in mission, family/youth programming, and nonprofit membership model, though broader in scope (fitness, swim, childcare) than scouting's outdoor adventure focus.

Others

• National Capital Area Council - sister councils (e.g., Baltimore Area Council, Virginia Headwaters Council): Other regional Scouting America councils operate comparable programs and revenue models within their own geographies. Functionally comparable on membership structure, fundraising, and outdoor program mix, though they compete in adjacent rather than overlapping territories.
• REI Co-op (Recreation Equipment, Inc.): Retail co-op selling outdoor gear and running outdoor education programs. Comparable customer demographic (outdoor-oriented families) and partial overlap in outdoor adventure programming, though fundamentally a retailer rather than a youth development nonprofit.

Emerging players

• Outward Bound USA: Outdoor education nonprofit offering adventure-based programs for youth and adults. Comparable in outdoor adventure and character development, though focused on shorter expedition-style courses rather than multi-year troop membership.
• NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School): Premium outdoor education provider offering wilderness courses and leadership training for youth and adults. Comparable in outdoor adventure programming and leadership development, but operates as a fee-based, for-profit-style entity rather than a membership nonprofit.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ScoutingAmericaNCAC
• Facebookfacebook.com/ScoutingAmericaNCAC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/national-eagle-scout-association
• Instagraminstagram.com/scoutingamericancac

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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