Scouts Ecuador

What Scouts Ecuador does

Scouts Ecuador (Asociación de Scouts del Ecuador) is a non-profit youth educational organization founded in 1920 and headquartered in Quito, Ecuador. It is the Ecuadorian national affiliate of the World Organization of the Scout Movement and operates as part of the Inter-American scout region, which collectively represents roughly 60 million members worldwide. The organization delivers a unified age-tiered educational program structured into four units — Manada (ages 7–10), Unidad Scout (ages 11–14), Caminantes (ages 15–17), and Rovers (ages 18–21) — and serves more than 8,000 active youth members alongside 1,000+ adult volunteers across local scout groups in every Ecuadorian province.

The organization's delivery stack combines a volunteer-led field network with a four-platform digital ecosystem. SiScout is the CRM and member management system handling annual inscriptions, event registrations, and insurance payments. SOS Scout is a ticketing-based support system for inquiries across admissions, programs, events, training, and the store. Orión Scout provides educational content for members, while Universidad Scout delivers structured training for adult volunteers and leaders. Commercial infrastructure includes Tienda Scout (e-commerce for uniforms and merchandise, with WhatsApp and Facebook ordering and Servientrega delivery in 48–72 hours) and integrated insurance products — base 24/7 worldwide accident coverage through AIG bundled into annual membership, plus an optional AvantMed supplemental medical insurance product priced at US$24.50 per year.

The business model is a hybrid of recurring membership fees, merchandise sales, and insurance attach, with go-to-market executed through community-led local scout groups, event-driven recruitment (notably JamCam Nacional 2026 and Aventura Scout summer camps), and direct-to-consumer digital channels (website, WhatsApp, SmartSheet registration forms). The organization designates 2026 as the 'Year of Volunteering,' and recently published its Strategic Plan 2027–2032 outlining priorities for member growth, leader training, and digital platform expansion. Operationally, only 45 paid staff support a program scale delivered primarily by 1,000+ uncompensated volunteer leaders, making the unit economics structurally low-cost.

Name

Scouts Ecuador

Legal name

Asociación de Scouts del Ecuador

Website

https://scoutsecuador.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Scouts Ecuador is a Quito-based non-profit youth educational organization, founded in 1920 and affiliated with the World Scout Movement, delivering age-tiered programs to 8,000+ youth (ages 7–21) and 1,000+ adult volunteers across Ecuador via local scout groups and a digital platform ecosystem.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Education and Scouting Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAMALAA

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

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

Keywords

• Youth education programs
• Scouting movement
• Volunteer leadership training
• Outdoor adventure camps
• Membership association

Headquarters

HQ city

Quito

HQ country

Ecuador

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Annual Membership Fees: Annual inscription fees charged to youth members (7-21 years) and adult volunteers, which include accident insurance coverage and access to scout programs and materials.
2. Scout Store Sales: Sale of scout uniforms, materials, and merchandise through the Tienda Scout, with ordering via WhatsApp and Facebook, and delivery through Servientrega.
3. Optional Medical Insurance: Additional optional medical insurance policy (AvantMed) sold as an add-on to the base accident insurance, priced at US$24.50 annually, covering unlimited general medicine, pediatrics, gynecology consultations, basic lab tests, and unlimited dental care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Scouts Ecuador (Asociación de Scouts del Ecuador) is a non-profit youth educational organization that delivers age-segmented scouting programs (Manada 7-10, Unidad Scout 11-14, Caminantes 15-17, Rovers 18-21), summer camps (Aventura Scout), national events (JamCam Nacional), and volunteer training. Membership includes 24/7 worldwide accident insurance through AIG, with optional medical insurance via AvantMed. The organization also sells uniforms and merchandise through Tienda Scout and operates proprietary digital platforms (SiScout CRM, SOS Scout support, Orión Scout, Universidad Scout) for member management, training, and support.

Product overview

Scouts Ecuador is a youth education movement operating a unified program structured by age groups: Manada (ages 7-10), Unidad Scout (ages 11-14), Caminantes (ages 15-17), and Rovers (ages 18-21). The organization provides digital services including SiScout (CRM/membership management), SOS Scout (support ticketing), Orión Scout (educational platform), and Universidad Scout (volunteer training). Additional offerings include Tienda Scout (merchandise store), Aventura Scout (vacation camps), JamCam Nacional (national events), and comprehensive Scout Insurance through AIG and AvantMed.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Manada Scout program unit for children ages 7-10 in which members learn values, develop skills, and build friendships through play, imagination, and outdoor exploration organized in the six-den progression system.
• Unidad Scout Scout unit for adolescents ages 11-14 organized into patrols, developing autonomy, leadership, and teamwork through camps, excursions, community projects, and outdoor activities (motto: 'Siempre Listos').
• Caminantes Scout community for youth ages 15-17 supporting discovery of identity, exploration of talents, leadership development, and personal life-project creation (motto: 'Siempre Alerta').
• Rovers Rover community for young adults ages 18-21 focused on purposeful leadership, service as a lifestyle, community citizenship, and real adventure experiences (motto: 'Servir').
• Aventura Scout 2026 Summer vacation camp program open to children and youth ages 7-16 (both scouts and non-scouts) featuring games, excursions, workshops, camping, and outdoor skills across three two-week cycles.
• JamCam Nacional 2026 National scout gathering for Unidad Scout and Caminantes members (ages 11-17) featuring four program tracks: Scout Expeditions, Leader Lab, Scout Challenge, and Exploring Imbabura, plus the 'Ecos Bajo las Estrellas' nighttime program and Brotherhood Festival.
• Tienda Scout Scout-branded e-commerce store selling uniforms, materials, and merchandise, with orders accepted via WhatsApp and Facebook and delivery via Servientrega within 48-72 hours.
• Seguro Scout (Accident and Medical Insurance) Insurance coverage bundled with annual membership: 24/7 worldwide accident insurance through AIG (credit coverage up to $1,200 per accident, $40 deductible at network hospitals) plus an optional additional AvantMed medical insurance at US$24.50/year covering unlimited general medicine, pediatrics, gynecology consultations, basic lab tests, six annual traumatology consultations, and unlimited dental care.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8,000+ active members and 1,000+ adult volunteers in Ecuador
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• World Scouting (Movimiento Scout Mundial)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal affiliation with the World Scout Movement, part of approximately 60 million members worldwide. Provides access to international scout methodology, events, exchange programs, and the Inter-American Region scout network.
• AIG InsurancecoreOthersProvides 24/7 accident insurance coverage for all registered members, including coverage worldwide, against wounds, kidnapping, insect/animal bites, food poisoning, toxic gas inhalation, and natural disasters. Maximum credit coverage of $1,200 per accident.
• AvantMedminorOthersOptional additional medical insurance provider offering unlimited general medicine, pediatrics, gynecology consultations, 6 annual traumatology consultations, unlimited dental care, and basic lab tests for US$24.50/year.
• ServientregaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShipping and delivery partner for the Scout Store (Tienda Scout), providing 48-72 hour delivery of uniforms, materials, and merchandise throughout Ecuador.
• Colegio de Abogados de PichinchaminorOthersProvides venue facilities at their complex in El Condado, via a Nono for Aventura Scout summer camp program activities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Scouts de Argentina: The Argentine national scouting association, also a member of the Inter-American Scout Region alongside Scouts Ecuador. Operates similar age-segmented programs under WOSM standards; a Latin American regional peer.
• Asociación de Scouts de México: Mexico's national scouting federation operating under WOSM with comparable age-segmented programs. A regional peer within the Inter-American Scout Region that shares operational context with Scouts Ecuador.

Direct peers

• Scouts Canada: Canada's national scouting federation with a comparable age-segmented program (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, Rovers) and a non-profit, volunteer-led operating model. Directly comparable in scope, mission, and structure to Scouts Ecuador.
• Scouts Australia: Australia's national scouting organization with age-tiered sections (Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts, Rover Scouts) and a non-profit volunteer-driven model. Directly comparable in program design and operating philosophy.
• Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America): The largest national scouting organization in the US, running age-tiered youth programs (Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing) under a similar non-profit, volunteer-driven model. Directly comparable as a fellow WOSM national scout organization.
• Girl Scouts of the USA: The premier US girl-focused youth development organization, running age-segmented programs with badges, outdoor experiences, and community service. Directly comparable in non-profit youth development structure, although single-gender.
• The Scout Association (UK): The UK's national scouting organization, structured around similar age-segmented programs (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers) and operating as a non-profit with volunteer-led delivery. Directly comparable in mission, governance model, and program architecture to Scouts Ecuador.

Emerging players

• 4-H: US-rooted global youth development organization focused on leadership, citizenship, and life skills through hands-on projects and clubs. An adjacent peer in the youth development non-profit space with overlapping mission but different delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM): The global umbrella body that charters Scouts Ecuador and coordinates the worldwide movement of approximately 60 million members. Serves as parent/governance body and broad incumbent in the international scouting space.
• YMCA: Global youth and community services non-profit offering youth programs, camps, and leadership development across a much wider portfolio. A broad incumbent with overlapping youth development mandate rather than direct scouting competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ScoutsEcuador
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/scoutsecuador

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