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A BIG THANK YOU to our guests, contributors, partners, presenters and sponsors for a wonderful showcase with record-breaking attendances!
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Thanks again for your support of local Scouts in the Mid-America Council Scouting America!
Big Give Scouts Luncheon
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
CHI Grand Ballroom
455 N 10th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Satellite Locations:
- Sioux City, IA at The Warehouse 413 Floyd Blvd
- Kearney, NE at the Holiday Inn on 2nd Ave
- Grand Island, NE at the Ramada Midtown Conf Center on Locust St
- Fort Dodge, IA at the Best Western Starlite on 3rd Ave
OMAHA LUNCHEON: Scout Youth Ambassadors & Participants shall dress in full uniform, park for free in Lot D and meet Scout Leaders at 10:45 am sharp Dec 4th in CHI's Lobby Area near our Welcome Check-in table for further instructions. We're so glad you're assisting others and playing an important role at our Big Give Event.
Big Give options to donate, sponsor or attend:
8-Top Tables, Half Table & Seating reservations range from Free Friends & Family to Sponsored Package Tiers with Brand Benefits...
Each individual guest is encouraged to eRSVP before November 18, 2024 for catering headcounts and seating arrangement purposes.
Catering Headcounts were due Nov 18th. Please email special events, your Scout Representative or use this contact form to send along any inquiries or notes. Thank You!
Big Give Day is an unforgettable Scout multimedia showcase luncheon featuring an inspiring keynote address plus an array of poignant videos and Scouting stories. Dollars raised at the luncheon and for the Big Give character campaign ensure that youth continue to benefit from the Scouting program in the Mid-America Council. Scouting provides young people with the experiences and skills they need to usher in a bright future. Invest in tomorrow's leaders today and Tackle the Dream!
Big Give Day Keynote Speaker
Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger
Rudy will speak live onstage to share his personal experiences of triumph and powerful messages of overcoming adversity. He is the Notre Dame Football walk-on player with 27 seconds of glory against Georgia Tech in 1975, and inspiration for the 1993 movie RUDY. "Being prepared is Good!" says Rudy.
Keynote Rudy Ruettiger
On behalf of our Event Chairpersons Dan & Kari Kinsella, our Big Give Steering Committee, and the Mid-America Council, Please support Scouting!
Kari & Dan Kinsella
Scott Berryman
Drew Blossom
Chloe & Tom Boyer
Rick Chochon
Scott Getzchman
Gail & Shane Graeve
Dan Hunt
Harrison Johnson
Mike S Kennedy
Bill McColgan
Paul Olson
Thomas Von Riesen
Nick Weindel
THANK YOU TO OUR TITLE PARTNERS:
Deloitte: Memorabilia eAuction, CHI Omaha Parking & Centerpiece Sponsor
Sonburst Communications: AV Tech Media Sponsor
Tobo Consultants: Rudy Eve-of Social Sponsor
Attend BSA Big Give Day Luncheon Dec 4, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
CHI Grand Ballroom
455 N 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Satellite Locations: Kearney, NE | Grand Island, NE | Fort Dodge, IA | Sioux City, IA
Thank you for supporting Scouting! Your investment helps our Scouts Tackle The Dream! Scouting helps meet these six essential needs of young people: Mentoring, Life-long Learning, Faith Traditions, Serving Others, Healthy Living, and Building Character.
Sponsor Levels & Suggested Donations
Corporate Packages are 8-Top Tables plus Tiered Benefits:
$5,000: Eagle Scout Sponsor (This level includes two passes for Rudy's Social Dec 3rd)
$2,500: Life Scout Sponsor
$1,000: Star Scout Sponsor
Pack and Troop Table Hosts are 8-Tops plus Unit Benefits:
Any Scouting Adult can be a Table Host! Fill your 8-Top with members, families, and friends to support your Unit. Earn 25% Cash Back and Free Rank Advancement for units who meet their Investment in Character Goal. Due date for dollars pledged and paid is January 31, 2025. No charge to register as a table host, but attending guests are highly encouraged to donate at the event.
Scout Supporters and Enthusiasts:
Host a Table (Sign up for Free as an Individual Recruiter) and fill your 8-Top with friends, family, and colleagues. Invite members of your community to learn about Scouting and be inspired to make a financial contribution! No charge to register, but attending guests are highly encouraged to donate at the event.
Big Give Day Luncheon is an annual fundraiser that supports Scouting operations in the Mid-America Council.
Your contributions directly impact the future leaders we are nurturing today!
Essential Supplies: Your support funds programs, volunteer training, merit badge colleges, overnight resident camps, day camps, and district dinners.
Financial Assistance: We provide financial aid to Scouts in need, ensuring every child can participate.
Community Service: Donations facilitate service projects like Scouting for Food, benefiting our community.
Operational Costs: Maintaining registration and advancement databases, performing background checks, and securing liability insurance are all made possible through your generosity.
The suggested donation for a seat at the Big Give Luncheon is $200. All donations support local Scouts!
If you wish to register for the luncheon and donate later, uncheck "I would like to make a donation."
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Thank you for your donation! You are helping our future leaders Tackle the Dream!
Your Big Give financial contribution to the Investment in Character Campaign will ensure that youth continue to benefit from the Scouting program in the Mid-America Council, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Scouting provides our local youth the opportunity to learn and practice ethical leadership. Through engaging outdoor programs, service projects and mentoring opportunities, Scouts develop into outstanding future world citizens.
All proceeds directly benefit local Scouts in the Mid-America Council. Benefited Value at December 4, 2024 Big Give is $32 per seat for meal service, or $256 per 8-Top Table.
Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Scouts send out tax docs every January or upon request at any time after your contribution.
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