The annual Friends of Scouting campaign provides Scouters, parents, alumni, businesses, and community members with an opportunity to support the programs and facilities of the Hawk Mountain Council.
The true cost of Scouting is much greater than what local dues or event and camping fees cover. Yearly registration fees directly support the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America and help provide program development and research, literature, and other resources.
The Friends of Scouting Campaign gives individuals and businesses the opportunity to contribute to the Hawk Mountain Council at a level of their own choosing according to their interest and ability to give.
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Join our Herbie Hawk Society
Elevate local youth to new heights by joining the Herbie Hawk Society.
As proud members, you empower Scouts to develop leadership skills, build character, and embrace engaged citizenship through the thrilling world of Scouting in the Hawk Mountain Council. Our Herbie Hawk Society honors those making a lasting impact through monthly recurring credit card donations of at least $19.72, a nod to the 1972 merger of Scouting councils that shaped today’s Hawk Mountain Council.
Direct your Herbie Hawk Society gift towards the Scouting cause closest to your heart and be a guiding force in shaping future leaders. Join us on this exciting journey of impact.
Learn more about our different Herbie Hawk groups:
Friends of Hawk Mountain Council who support the year-round needs of Scouting.
Friends of Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation who provide the necessary support for our outdoor education home.
Friends of Elevated Adventures who provide the resources for top-quality programs and seasonal staff.
Friends of Future Scouts who remove financial barriers so every youth can afford to join and flourish in Scouting each year.
The 2025 Service to Youth & Community Breakfast will be held on June 12, 2025 at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. This year we will honor Mike Hammer of Hydro as our Distinguished Citizen Honoree. Jeff Wessner, Vice President of Tompkins Community Bank serves as the 2025 event chair.
Join us for R&R for HMSR 2025! This key fundraiser supports our Hawk Mountain Council Scouts. Participants are asked to raise OR contribute a minimum of $250. The R&R for HMSR Committee will provide a personalized donation link and ideas for soliciting donations. Sign up here: 
Family Friends of Scouting is an opportunity for families, friends, and alumni to support Scouting. When a member joins, the $66 registration fee goes directly to the national office of the Boy Scouts of America. If a Scout unit collects dues, that money stays with the unit to help pay for supplies, advancements, and other activities. None of that money supports the Hawk Mountain Council.
