BOY Scouts of America

The council shall promote, within the territory covered by the charter from time to time granted it by the BOY Scouts of America and in accordance with the congressional charter, bylaws, and rules and regulations of the BOY Scouts of America, the scouting program of promoting the ability of boys, young men, and women to do things for themselves and others, training them in scoutcraft, and teaching them patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred virtues, using the methods which are now in common use by the BOY Scouts of America in achieving this purpose. Emphasis shall be placed upon the educational program of the BOY Scouts of America and the oaths, promises, and codes of the scouting program for character development, citizenship training, and mental and physical fitness. The council shall fulfill the basic purpose of the scouting movement within its territory, making scouting training available to all boys, young men, and women and serving organizations and community groups.