Atlanta Area Council

This year we are proud to have Georgia Natural Gas and Genuine Parts Company as Presenting Sponsors for the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Awards Reception. Thank you for your support of metro-Atlanta Scouting! The Whitney M. Young, Jr. Service Award recognizes those who have been instrumental in the development of Scouting for rural and urban youth who often face challenging barriers. The mission of the reception is to secure community resources in support of the Scouting program and provide experiences that develop self-esteem, character values, life skills, and enhance the lives of young people across our community. Join us on September 12 at the Atlanta Area Council Volunteer Center and learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

Congratulations to Lalith Silva on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award! Professionally, Lalith is a Research Chemist for the CDC and became a Scout leader when his son joined Cub Scouts in 2006. After crossing over into Troop 15, Lalith became the unit's an Advancement Chair and Life to Eagle advisor, helping several youth attain the rank of Eagle Scout. Since 2017, Lalith has served as the Hightower Trail Advancement Chair and currently serves as the Assistant District Commissioner and a Unit Commissioner. In these roles, he has done a remarkable job supporting units facing challenges in membership and program by engaging parents and training leaders to bolster the units. Thank you Lalith for your service to Scouting and congratulations! The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on September 12 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

Please join us in congratulating Raymond Mesa on his 5-year anniversary with the Atlanta Area Council! Raymond joined the Atlanta Area Council in 2019 as a District Executive in Pickett's Mill and has since been promoted to Hightower Trail District District Director. Congratulations, Raymond on 5 years and thank you for all the great work you do!

On the heals of a big upset over Florida State this weekend, we're excited to announce a new Scout Day with Georgia Tech 🏈 on Saturday, September 14! Tickets start at $20 and Scouts will get to enjoy several exclusive Scout Day experiences including a Scavenger Hunt, Buzz meet and greet, and halftime patch reveal and recognition! Learn more and get your tickets at buzz.gt/CSD24

Join the Atlanta Area Council and other youth-serving organizations at the Youth Protection Seminar on October 10, 2024 at the Atlanta Area Council Volunteer Service Center. AtlantaBSA.org/YPSeminar Help champion ways to protect our youth, build barriers to abuse in your organization, learn best practices to safeguard children from dangers, and network with others who take our children's safety seriously. Participants will be taught and inspired through presentations from organizations like Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Prevent Child Abuse Georgia, and the Children's Advocacy Centers of Georgia.

The 2024 Corporate Classic Golf Tournament is just a month away! Thank you to Chuck Lischer, SVP and Chief Accounting Officer at Graphic Packaging International, LLC for his service as the 2024 Corporate Classic Tournament Chair. His leadership and support have helped raise significant funding for metro Atlanta Scouting! Support of the Corporate Classis guarantees that Scouting is available in and around the Metro-Atlanta area for any youth regardless of any financial burdens and helps build future leaders by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun and adventures in the great outdoors. To learn more about the Corporate Classic, visit https://lnkd.in/dSVeUsrM

Congratulations to Randy Hall on receiving the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award! Randy is the President and CEO of Batson-Cook Construction and joined the Atlanta Area Council Board of Directors in 2019. During his time on the Board, Randy has served on the Sporting Clays Committee and has chaired the event since 2021 helping raise over a million dollars in funds for Atlanta area Scouting. Randy also plays a vital role on the Skilled Trades Workshop Committee, looking to connect funders to our new workshop at Woodruff Scout Camp. Thank you Randy for your service to Scouting and congratulations! The Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception will be held on September 12 at the Volunteer Service Center. Learn more at AtlantaBSA.org/WMY

We are pleased to announce that Kiondre Dunnam will be joining the Atlanta Area Council as a District Executive. Kiondre will be responsible for providing leadership in the areas of service to Cub Scout Packs, Scouts BSA Troops, and Venturing Crews. His responsibilities include support for our youth recruiting efforts and fundraising including Friends of Scouting, the Trail’s End Popcorn sale and the Camp Card sale. Kiondre graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in Middle Grades Education. He spent six years in the classroom and has spent the past two years in strategic partnership and community engagement for a family business. Please join us in welcoming Kiondre to the Atlanta Area Council!

We are honored to have Ted Decker, Chairman, President, and CEO of The Home Depot, as this year's Golden Eagle Keynote Speaker! Consider joining us on December 6th at the Cobb Galleria as we pledge our support to the future of Scouting and celebrate our Golden Eagle Donor Society members who contribute $1,500 or more to Metro-Atlanta Scouting! Visit AtlantaBSA.org/GoldenEagle for more information.

Please join us in congratulating Mellarie Bolaños on her 2-year anniversary with the Atlanta Area Council! Mellarie rejoined the Atlanta Area Council in 2022 as a Program Specialist. Mellarie is a native of Louisville, Kentucky and retired from the United States Army after 30 years of service. She began volunteering with her son in Pack 963 in the Southern Crescent District who is now a Scout in Troop 963. Mellarie attributes her love for hiking, camping, and fishing to the Army and Scouting. Congratulations Mellarie on 2 years and thank you for all the great work you do!