Unit Finance

Unit finance requires a bit more than keeping track of dues. We hope this collection of unit financial resources will help. If you need additional assistance please contact your District Executive.

Popcorn Sale
The annual popcorn sale provides a great opportunity for money earning projects, and is the only fundraiser approved by our council's Executive Board. This means it is the only fundraiser where your Scouts can wear their Scout uniform while selling/participating. You do not need to fill out a unit money earning application to participate in the popcorn sale.

Unit Money Earning Guidelines
If your unit opts for additional alternative fund raising projects, you will want to understand the BSA's money earning guidelines. All projects (except popcorn) must be approved by your district's Fundraising Chairman or District Executive. CLICK HERE for the form you'll need to submit for approval of your alternative fund raising project idea (unless you're an Exploring Post, in which case CLICK HERE).

Unit Budget Plan

State Sales Tax
Does my unit need to pay state sales tax for purchases that are to be used exclusively by our unit? All stores require a State Sales Tax Exemption Certification (CLICK HERE for a form). Realize some large stores like Sam's, Wal-Mart, etc. might require a tax letter from the State Comptroller (CLICK HERE for some general information).

Checking Account Instructions
Our partnership with A+ Federal Credit Union gives credit union membership to all Scouts, Scouters, their families and units. We encourage you to contact the A+FCU branch near you if your unit needs to open a new unit account or would like to move its unit account. To open a unit checking account at A+FCU, you'll need:

  • EIN (Tax ID) certificate from the IRS
  • Minutes from a unit committee meeting stating the officers of your unit and which ones are authorized to sign on the account
  • Valid Social Security Number for each authorized signer
  • Valid ID for each authorized signer
CLICK HERE to learn more about our partnership with A+ Federal Credit Union.               

EIN or Tax ID Number Application
A+ Federal Credit Union and most banks require an EIN (Employer Identification Number) to open an organizational account.
  • CLICK HERE to get instructions for getting an EIN