Scouting America is proud to announce a new Military Family Fee Waiver program designed to make Scouting more accessible for military-connected youth. Beginning June 1, 2026, eligible youth from Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard families may have the $85 National Youth Registration Fee waived through a simple verification process during online registration.
This initiative reflects Scouting America’s continued commitment to supporting military families and ensuring more young people have access to the leadership development, outdoor adventure, and character-building experiences that Scouting provides.
Who Qualifies?
The Military Family Fee Waiver is available to youth whose parent or guardian is currently serving in:
- Active Duty military service
- Military Reserve components
- National Guard
The waiver applies to both new youth registrations and renewing youth memberships completed online. Download the Flyer.
What Does the Waiver Cover?
The program waives the $85 National Youth Registration Fee after verification and application of the provided discount code during the online registration process. It is important to note that this waiver only applies to the national registration fee.
What Is Not Covered?
The Military Family Fee Waiver does not cover the Alamo Area Council Program Fee of $48, unit dues, optional subscriptions, activity fees, or other local charges that may apply.
Families who need assistance with the Alamo Area Council Program Fee may apply for financial assistance through the council’s fee assistance program. Depending on available funding and individual circumstances, all or part of the $48 council fee may be waived.
Apply for Council Fee Assistance Here: https://form.jotform.com/AlamoAreaBSA/2024programfees
How Does a Family Use the Military Fee Waiver?
The waiver is applied during online registration through a discount code provided through the National:
- Begin the youth registration process as normal.
- Select “Get Military Discount Code.”
- Complete the verification process.
- Receive your discount code.
- Apply the code during checkout.
- The $85 national registration fee will be reduced to $0.
The national fee may still appear during the registration process until the verification code is entered. Download the Military Family Fee Waiver Step-by-Step Online Registration Guide HERE.
It’s Not Too Late to Join Scouting This Summer
Summer is one of the best times to become a Scout, and it’s not too late for military families—or any family—to get involved.
Across the Alamo Area Council, Scouts are participating in exciting summer programs that build confidence, friendships, and life skills. Opportunities include:
- Summer camp adventures at Summer Camp
- All Ages Day Camp
- Day camps for Cub Scouts
- High-adventure activities for older Scouts
- Local unit camping trips and outdoor activities throughout the summer
- Fundraising in the Fall for the program year
Whether your child is interested in hiking, swimming, shooting sports, STEM activities, leadership development, or simply making new friends, there is still time to join and participate in many of this summer’s adventures.
Join the Adventure
Military families sacrifice so much in service to our nation. Scouting America is honored to support those families by helping remove barriers to participation and ensuring more youth can experience the benefits of Scouting.
If you’ve been considering Scouting for your child, there has never been a better time to get started. Register today, take advantage of the Military Family Fee Waiver if eligible, and discover the adventures waiting this summer and beyond.
To find a local Cub Scout Pack, Scouts BSA Troop, Sea Scout Ship, or Venturing Crew, visit BeAScout.org.
