Giant Steps Development Campaign Brochure

Building the future, one Scout at a time.

Chief Seattle Council Development Campaign GIANT STEPS

In 1917, a group of community leaders embarked on a trail to

build a fledgling program called The Boy Scouts of America in

the Pacific Northwest.

I am honored to follow in their footsteps and that of Reginald

Parsons, the Chief Seattle Council’s first president and

first development campaign chairman. His gift of $2,400

represents the first major gift in our council’s history. It was

a giant step that has impacted the lives of youth for nearly

100 years.

As you will see in this brochure, we have a chance to build

upon this rich legacy and secure a quality Scouting experience

for our children and grandchildren.

Stepping Forward to the Future

Reginald ParsonsFirst Development Campaign Chairman

Wayne PerryGiant Steps Development Campaign Chairman

01This is our 1917. And today, we look to Reginald Parsons’

example and follow his lead. What will they say about this

campaign in 100 years?

Are you prepared to take a Giant Step with me?

In Scouting,

Wayne Perry

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—Frederick GrimmPresident, Triad DevelopmentCouncil President/Chairman of the Board 2008–2010Eagle Scout, Troop 8, Wenatchee, Washington

Through Scouting, we share a common bond. It brings us

together. As current stewards of this great program, our

task is to guarantee Scouting for the next generation.


By the Numbers

Did you know that a Scout (compared to a non-Scout) is

MORE LIKELY TO

Graduate from high school

Be self-confident

Vote in an election

NEARLY TWICE AS LIKELY TO

Graduate from college

Earn a postgraduate degree

The Chief Seattle Council, Boy Scouts of America serves over 25,000 youth annually through three core programs: Cub Scouts,

Boy Scouts, and Venturing. There are 8,000 registered volunteers and nearly 1,000 local community groups, schools, and faith-based

organizations who support this effort.

Scouts and leaders donate over 130,000 hours of community service each year valued at nearly $2.5 million.

Scoutreach serves over 5,500 youth and strives to provide every young person with an opportunity to join Scouting, regardless of

socioeconomic circumstances or ethnic background.

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A nationwide survey found that Scouts accounted for

the following:

85% of student council presidents

75% of school publication editors

71% of football captains

60% of military academy graduates

72% of Rhodes scholars

and 26 of our first 29 astronauts

Behind the Numbers

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Our Journey Requires a Giant Step

Behind us is a legacy of changed lives built upon the

generous support of families, community donors, and

corporate sponsorship. With your help, ahead lies a robust

local program that continues to provide high-quality

adventure, character development, citizenship training, and

fitness programs for years to come.

Your contribution to the Giant Steps Development Campaign

will enable us to reach new and even greater heights

together.

To climb the world’s highest peaks, there are times when you

must dig deep to reach the destination—where extra effort is

required to be successful. Today, such a moment exists in our

council’s continued quest to positively influence the lives of

young people in our community.

For our council to move forward, extraordinary effort will be

required in order to meet our increasing youth membership and

the changing needs of the family.

This is an exciting and important moment in our council’s history!

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A History of Achievement

The Chief Seattle Council’s most recent development

campaign raised close to $6 million in 2001. Thanks to the

generous support of the community, this successful campaign

allowed the council to upgrade the facilities of Camp Omache,

transitioning it into the camp now known as Camp Pigott.

New program facilities built included a challenging ropes

course, climbing wall, and new dining hall.

Camp Pigott serves thousands of youth and families through

exciting outdoor camping experiences every year.


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A New Peak to Summit

Camping and spending time in the outdoors have always

been a crucial part of the Scouting program, helping to build

the skills and values children will carry with them throughout

their lives. But today, our camps are not keeping pace with the

growth in participation and the changing needs of our Scouts

and their families.

The Chief Seattle Council Board of Directors approved a

$20 million capital and endowment campaign to increase

capacity in dining halls, bunkhouses, and educational

areas. In addition, significant safety upgrades are included

in construction plans. These changes will result in a secure

environment for Scouts to learn and grow. The endowment

component of the campaign will enable the Chief Seattle

Council to maintain these new facilities without increasing

annual operating expenses.

I was a new Scout when I first went to camp, and I remember almost drowning during the swim

test because I did not know how to swim. I will never forget learning that skill at camp, which not

only led to me earning the Swimming Merit Badge, but also earning the Lifesaving Merit Badge.

— Scott Oki Chief Volunteer, Oki Foundation

Eagle Scout, Post 252, Seattle, Washington

Camp Brinkley


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Our camp assessment task force found the following areas in

need of improvement:

• Two oil furnaces in the dining hall are out of service and

cannot be repaired.

• Restroom and shower facilities are in severe disrepair.

• Aquatic activities are restricted to the summer months.

• Sleeping areas lack heat and privacy.

• New septic systems are required in order to build new

restroom and shower facilities.

Based on these recommendations, the Chief Seattle

Council will undertake the following capital improvements

at Camp Brinkley:

• Construct 12 sleeping cabins.

• Add new shower house and restroom facilities.

• Replace the dining hall furnace.

• Construct a new swimming pool.

• Improve the current septic system.

Total Capital and Endowment Investment: $8.8 million

So many of my Scouting buddies are friends, today. I spent many

years as a counselor at Boy Scout Camp Omache—those were some

of the greatest times of my life.

— Gary Locke Former Washington State Governor

Eagle Scout, Troop 254, Seattle, Washington

Built in 1967, Camp Brinkley is available to over 12,500 Cub Scouts between the ages of 7 and 10 and provides programs such as aquatics, nature conservation, and shooting sports. Typically, a trip to Camp Brinkley marks the first Scout camping experience for young Scouts and their families (moms included). These first-time campers want to enjoy the great outdoors, but not on an excessively primitive level.

Camp Parsons


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• Due to increased participation, the dining hall, program

office, and a number of the bunkhouses must be expanded.

• Current dining hall facilities are not conducive to multiple

groups and lack heating.

• The existing water tank is undersized, and rationing must

occur at the end of the summer.

• Structural reinforcement is needed for the Silver Marmot

Grill, the most historic building in camp.

• Additional bunkhouses that can be used year-round are necessary

for additional off-season rentals and seasonal staff housing.

Based on these recommendations, the Chief Seattle Council

will undertake the following capital improvements at Camp

Parsons:

• Replace the dining hall.

• Add an additional water tank.

• Construct additional bunkhouses.

• Build a new program office.

• Reinforce and reconfigure the interior of the Silver Marmot Grill.


I remember those Camp Parsons’ hikes like they happened yesterday. I recall exactly

where we went, what we did, what the weather was like. Those Scouting experiences were

important in shaping my current philosophy of wilderness preservation. — Dan Evans Former Washington State Governor Eagle Scout, Troop 180, Seattle, Washington

Established in 1918, Camp Parsons is one of the oldest Boy Scout camps in the country. This legendary camp on the shores of Hood Canal is available to over 12,000 Boy Scouts and Venturers between the ages of 11 and 20. Program areas include aquatics, motor boating, climbing, nature conservation, shooting sports, and outbound treks.

Camp Sheppard


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• The dining hall is extremely small, requiring three shifts

for each mealtime to accommodate all campers in camp.

This negatively affects camp cohesion and creates major

difficulties in program scheduling.

• Use of the camp by multiple groups at one time is limited

because the dining hall possesses the only large meeting

room and can only accommodate 70 people, where average

attendance exceeds 300.

Based on these suggestions and recommendations, the

Chief Seattle Council will undertake the following capital

improvements:

• Expand the current dining hall.

• Insulate cabins and address deferred maintenance.


Some of the best memories that I have of my childhood

occurred at Camp Sheppard. Lessons I learned in Scouting have

stayed with me during my entire career and professional life.

— Miller Adams President, Sheppard Global

Eagle Scout, Troop 246, Seattle, Washington

Located in the shadow of Mount Rainier, Camp Sheppard offers high-altitude adventures, winter sports, and nature conservation in a rare mountain environment for over 12,000 Boy Scouts and Venturers. Camp Sheppard also offers programs specifically designed for Cub Scouts and their moms.

Camp Pigott


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• Additional stations for the ropes course are needed to

complete the vision of the original design.

• Capacity on the shooting ranges should be expanded to

serve more youth and increase shooting time.

• Additional staff housing for year-round use is necessary for

off-season rentals.

• The campfire bowl and chapel do not have permanent seating.

• The craft lodge is inadequate and decaying.

• More restroom facilities are needed throughout the camp.

—Charles Pigott Honorary Chairman Eagle Scout, Troop 312, Seattle, Washington

I believe that all Boy Scout camps try to capture in one place the goals of Scouting:

leadership and ethical skills, badge challenges of Tenderfoot through Eagle, and an outdoor

experience not possible in a city. I wish all Scouts could experience the essence of Scouting

for one week or longer in camp as I did.

Based on these suggestions and recommendations, the

Chief Seattle Council wishes to undertake the following

capital improvements:

• Expand the ropes course.

• Enlarge the shooting ranges.

• Construct permanent staff

housing.


• Redesign the campfire

bowl and chapel.

• Replace the craft lodge.

• Add restroom facilities.

Camp Pigott was built on the site of the former Camp Omache in 2003. Some of the original Omache facilities were integrated into Camp Pigott and require much-needed upgrades. Camp Pigott programs include aquatics, motor boating, a ropes course, nature conservation, and shooting sports for over 12,000 Boys Scouts and Venturers.

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necessary action to improve the experiences of Scouts and

their families for years to come. The improvements will also

make the camps available for year-round use by the greater

community and school programs—providing additional revenue

to the council.

While these changes are aimed at making our camps safer,

more comfortable, and more enjoyable, they also provide the

added benefit of helping to conserve our planet’s natural

resources. Environmental awareness is a significant part of

Scouting. Consequently, each of these camps will feature

insulated structures to make them more energy efficient, and

the improvements will reuse materials wherever possible.

— Boy Scout Handbook

A Scout is thrifty. He saves for the future. He

protects and conserves natural resources. He

carefully uses time and property.

Environmental Stewardship and Service to the Community


Reaching Our Summit, Looking Ahead

Endowment giving helps our camps keep up with the growing needs of our Scouts.

When you give to the Chief Seattle Council’s campaign,

you’ll not only be helping to fund the improvements of our

beloved camps, you’ll also be taking the steps to ensure their

continued success for years to come. We have learned from

previous campaigns that an endowment is an important

element to ensure the maintenance and longevity of these

new facilities.

Unless otherwise specified, up to 10 percent of all donations

will go to the Council Endowment Fund. However, donors can

decide to give more to endowment. They can also choose to

opt out of the endowment portion and direct their entire gift to

the project of their choice.

Scouting fills the void. It is a challenge!

—Phil Smart, Sr. Honorary Chairman Eagle Scout, Troop 151, Seattle, Washington

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Consider Us Your GuideThe Giant Steps Development Campaign Leadership

ChairmanWayne Perry Chairman & CEO Shotgun Wireless

Honorary ChairmenCharles Pigott Former CEO PACCAR IncPhil Smart Sr. Chairman of the Board Phil Smart, Inc.

CommitteeJohn Bauer Chief Financial Officer DigiPen Institute of TechnologyBrian Bogen President North Star Utilities GroupPhil Condit Former CEO The Boeing CompanyJack Creighton Strategic Director Madrona Venture FundDan Fulton President & CEO Weyerhaeuser Real Estate CompanyFred Grimm President & CEO Triad Development, Inc.Bryon Gunnerson Former Vice President T-MobileBill Krippaehne Managing Director Triad Development, Inc.Mike McNellis Pulmonary Doctor PeaceHealth Medical GroupTom Pigott President & CEO Candela Hotels

StaffC. Bradford Allen Scout Executive/CEO Chief Seattle Council, BSAPatrick Craven Director of Development Chief Seattle Council, BSARyan Larson Development Director Chief Seattle Council, BSA

What is Scouting? I would have to

say it is the outdoor experience:

hiking, camping, and the

camaraderie in the outdoors

with boys my own age.

— John W. Creighton, Jr. Former CEO, Weyerhaeuser

Eagle Scout, Troop 19, Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania

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Take the First Step

Certain donations may qualify for tax deductions and tribute

opportunities. Donors may also designate their gift in honor of

a person such as a family member or Scout leader. Donating

to the Chief Seattle Council is a great way to leave a legacy

and help an organization that improves the lives of young

people throughout the Northwest. To maximize your gift, you

may extend your donation over multiple years.

To make a contribution, please contact the Chief Seattle Council

Development Team at [email protected] or

206-725-8317.

Note: Gift acceptance policies are available upon request.

And if you’re ready to join our team by contributing to our

development campaign, you’ll find there are many ways to give.

Accepted forms of donations:

Cash Gifts

Stock Gifts

Appreciated Assets

Tangible Personal Property Gifts

Gifts of Land, Homes, and Farms

Life Insurance

The BSA Charitable Gift Annuity

Pooled Income Fund

Charitable Remainder Trusts

Charitable Lead Trusts

Wills and Bequests

IRAs and Retirement PlansScouting helps make our boys into the men we want them to be.

—Lisa Wiley Sammamish Trails District Chairman Mother of Eagle Scout, Troop 550, Redmond, Washington

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Tribute and Naming Opportunities

Total Capital and Endowed Maintenance

Camp Brinkley $6,000,000

Camp Sheppard $2,500,000

Dining Hall (Camp Parsons) $2,500,000

Dining Hall (Camp Sheppard) $1,800,000

Swimming Pool (Camp Brinkley) $1,800,000

Shower House (Camp Brinkley) $300,000

Sleeping Cabin (Camp Brinkley) $300,000

Sleeping Cabin (Camp Parsons) $300,000

Staff Housing (Camp Pigott) $300,000

Heating System (Service Center) $240,000 (Plaque)

Youth Shower House (Camp Pigott) $180,000

Silver Marmot Grill (Camp Parsons) $120,000 (Plaque)

Campfire Bowl (Camp Pigott) $60,000

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Tribute and naming opportunities may or may not reflect true costs of a project.


Tribute and Naming Opportunities

Note: For multiple individuals contributing to an overall project, a plaque with each individual’s giving level will be displayed.

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Chapel (Camp Pigott) $60,000

Trading Post (Camp Parsons) $60,000

Kitchen Equipment (Camp Sheppard) $48,000 (Plaque)

Kitchen Equipment (Camp Parsons) $48,000 (Plaque)

Shooting Ranges (Camp Pigott) $36,000

Craft Lodge (Camp Pigott) $36,000

Tractor (Camp Pigott) $30,000

Dining Hall Tables and Chairs (Camp Parsons) $18,000 (Plaque)

Gator (Camp Pigott) $14,500

Dining Hall Tables and Chairs (Camp Pigott) $12,000 (Plaque)

Cabin Furniture (All Camps) $12,000 (Plaque)

The Chief Seattle Council at a Glance

Mission Statement

The mission of the Chief Seattle Council, Boy Scouts of

America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral

choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of

the Scout Oath and Law.

Vision Statement

The Chief Seattle Council, Boy Scouts of America is and will

remain the State of Washington’s foremost youth program of

character development and values-based leadership training.

Scout Law

A Scout is...

Trustworthy

Loyal

Helpful

Friendly

Courteous

Kind

Chartered in 1917, the Chief Seattle Council is one of the oldest

Scout councils in the country, and it currently serves youth

in Clallam, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, and north Mason counties.

Three former national Boy Scout presidents are from the

Chief Seattle Council.

Norton Clapp – President, 1971–1973

Charles M. Pigott – President, 1986–1988

John W. Creighton, Jr. – President, 1996–1998

In addition, one national officer and three national

executive board members are from the Chief Seattle

Council.

Wayne M. Perry – International Commissioner,

Current National Board Member

Scott D. Oki – Current National Board Member

Philip M. Condit – Current National Board Member

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Obedient

Cheerful

Thrifty

Brave

Clean

Reverent

Campaign Goals

© 2008 Chief Seattle Council, Boy Scouts of America. All rights reserved.

Scout oath

On my honor I will do my best

To do my duty to God and my country

and to obey the Scout Law;

To help other people at all times;

To keep myself physically strong,

mentally awake, and morally straight.

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