SME partnered with Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and successfully launched the Mining in Society Merit Badge in 2014. We need help continuing to educate Scouts and creating interest in the mining sector and related industries. In July 2017 the Summit Bechtel Reserve in Jean, West Virginia is hosting 50,000+ scouts and leaders from around the world and SME is participating with a Mining in Society merit badge booth. The Jamboree happens every four years, so it is a huge event. We need help in two areas: volunteers and financial donations.
To successfully participate in this amazing event, $40,000 is needed to cover costs. Any donation amount is greatly appreciated and can be given by the following ways:
Click here for Crowdrise
Click here for SME donation website
Click here for Sponsorship Opportunities
Or mail to:
SME Foundation
Attn: BSA Jamboree - Tanya Kriss
12999 E. Adam Aircraft Circle
Englewood, CO 80112-4167
Since SME Foundation is a non-profit organization, your contribution is tax deductible.
At least 30 volunteers are needed to staff the following sessions:
Full Session: July 15-29
Session 1: July 15-22
Session 2: July 22-29
Summit Bechtel Reserve
Some on-line training and a physical fitness test is required.
For more information: http://www.summitbsa.org/events/jamboree/overview/
If you are overseas, there is a chance Scouting is located near you. Scouting troops around the world can be found via: http://www.scouting.org/jota/countries.aspx To help with council location and registration. http://www.scouting.org/LocalCouncilLocator.aspx
Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you for your time and help, it is greatly appreciated.
Ginger L. Hustrulid
MiSmb 2017 Jamboree Coordinator
ginger.h@att.net
239-989-6180 Cell
305-433-4891 Office