Volunteer with Scouting Arizona

Help Shape the Next Generation of Leaders

Every Scout’s journey is powered by volunteers. Whether you enjoy mentoring youth, organizing events, supporting behind the scenes, or giving back to your community, there’s a place for you in Scouting Arizona. 

Find Your Role

Take a moment to fill out the Volunteer Engagement Survey. Your input will help us align Volunteer opportunities with your skills and passions.

Safeguarding Youth Training

Safeguarding Youth Training is required for all volunteers and is a joining requirement. Scouting safely is our top priority.

Learn About Scouting Arizona

Serving communities across Arizona with character-building programs, outdoor adventure, and leadership opportunities for youth.

Why Get Involved?

Volunteering with Scouting Arizona is more than giving your time — it’s helping young people grow into confident leaders, active citizens, and caring community members.

No matter your background, experience level, or availability, there’s a meaningful role for you in Scouting Arizona.

Hear from Our Volunteers

“Seeing a shy young person grow into a confident, caring leader is what motivates me to stay involved. I believe every child deserves that opportunity.”

Tom Collins

Scouting is meaningful to me because I’ve seen firsthand how it inspires growth and positive change—in both youth and adults.

Mindy Richins

“Scouting did so much for me growing up—it helped shape the man I am today. Being an adult leader is my way of giving back to the program that gave me so much.”

Scott Gaddis

Ways to Get Involved

Work Directly with Scouts

Support youth on an ongoing basis through mentorship, leadership, and unit activities.

Help with Events & Activities

Support memorable experiences for Scouts through events, camps, and special activities. 

Administrative Support

Help units and programs stay organized and successful behind the scenes.

Additional Volunteer Opportunities

Use your talents and expertise to support Scouting in many different ways.

Alumni Association

Reconnect, give back, and stay part of the Scouting legacy. All Alumni and friends are welcome!

Community Partnerships

Scouting Arizona and local schools share a common goal — helping young people become engaged, responsible, and capable citizens.

Support the Mission

Your donation helps provide life-changing experiences, financial assistance, and adventure for Arizona youth.

Our Community at a Glance

5,045

Youth Served

2,799

Adult Volunteers

75,600+

Hours of Service

269

Scout Units

Together, our volunteers help deliver life-changing experiences to thousands of young people across Arizona every year. 

Volunteer FAQ

No. Many volunteers are parents, alumni, or community members who are brand new to Scouting. Training and support are provided. 

Volunteer opportunities range from one-time event support to ongoing leadership roles. We’ll help you find an opportunity that fits your schedule. 

Yes. Safeguarding Youth training is required for all registered volunteers before submitting an adult application. Scouting America offers many training programs and resources designed to help volunteers feel confident and successful in their roles.

Yes. All adult volunteers, including merit badge counselors, must complete an Adult Application. The application includes consent for a background check. Safeguarding Youth training is required for all registered volunteers before submitting an adult application.

Absolutely. Many community members, alumni, and supporters volunteer because they believe in Scouting’s mission. 

To become a Merit Badge Counselor, you must complete the standard Adult Application along with an additional Merit Badge Counselor Information form. Merit Badge Counselors serve as teachers and mentors, helping Scouts explore interests, develop skills, and complete merit badge requirements. . 

Steps in Becoming a Merit Badge Counselor

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you want to volunteer regularly, help occasionally, reconnect as an alumnus, or support Scouting through donations, there’s a place for you in Scouting Arizona.

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