Friends of Glencoe Scouting Inc.

Support Glencoe Scouts!

Friends of Glencoe Scouting is a non-profit organization that supports Troop 28 Scouts and Pack 28 Cub Scouts in Glencoe, Illinois.


A GLENCOE TRADITION

Spaghetti Dinner: Sunday, May 3, 2026!

St Elisabeth’s Church, 556 Vernon Ave, Glencoe, IL · 5:30–7:45pm · $15/person

Proceeds benefit New Trier Township Food Pantry, Family Service of Glencoe, Glencoe Troop 28 and Pack 28.

We are also accepting donations of non-perishables to donate to the Food Pantry. Please bring donated items to the dinner!

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About Us

Friends of Glencoe Scouting Inc. is an Illinois 501(c)(3) in Glencoe, Illinois. We subsidize campouts, purchase equipment and fund scholarships for Scout camps, so Scouts don’t miss out due to cost.

FGS leadership includes:

Frequently Asked Questions

If I donate to Friends of Glencoe Scouting, how will my contributions be used?

We are an independent nonprofit that accepts tax-deductible gifts on behalf of Troop 28 and Pack 28; all donations go to support them. We have paid for scholarships for large expenses (e.g. summer camp, High Adventure) and for shared equipment such as tents and trailers. We help ensure no Scout misses these opportunities due to financial need.

Can a Troop or Pack solicit gifts?

No. Our local Northeast Illinois Council may solicit gifts, but individual Scouting units may not solicit donations.

Does that mean people can’t make gifts to a Troop or Pack?

Units can receive unsolicited gifts; they just can’t solicit. Anyone may give to a unit; many donors don’t need a tax deduction. We rely on leaders to follow the spirit of the rules.

Can fundraising go to a specific individual?

No, the IRS treats that as private benefit. The unit may use raised funds to lower dues and fees, buy uniforms and books, buy gear, or assist scouts in financial hardship; it just can’t credit a specific amount to a specific person’s account.

I don’t wish to donate online. Can I still donate?

Yes. Mail a check payable to Friends of Glencoe Scouting to 1 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60601.

My question isn’t answered here. Is there someone I can contact?

Yes. Email friends (at) glencoescouting.org with any other questions.