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Form 990 for tax year 2023

Filed by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA.

Totals

Total revenue
$15,068,067
Total expenses
$13,591,763
Contributions and grants received
$6,729,382
Grants paid
$219,269
Program service revenue
$2,357,962
Investment income
$4,667,014
Other revenue
$1,313,709
Total assets, end of year
$173,432,874
Total liabilities, end of year
$2,047,682
Net assets or fund balances, end of year
$171,385,192
Program services expenses (Part IX)
$11,739,036
Management and general expenses
$699,450
Fundraising expenses
$1,153,277
Program service expenses (Part III)
$11,739,036

Program services were 86.4% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Revenue

Part VIII, the statement of revenue.

  • 1a · Federated campaigns

    $535,069

  • 1c · Fundraising events

    $174,926

  • 1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants

    $6,019,387

  • 1g · Noncash contributions included above

    $1,332,979

  • 2a · Program service revenue: Camping fees

    total $1,515,902 · related or exempt $1,515,902

  • 2b · Program service revenue: Activity fees

    total $842,060 · related or exempt $842,060

  • 3 · Investment income

    total $2,534,077 · excluded $2,534,077

  • 5 · Royalties

    total $4,679 · excluded $4,679

  • 6a · Gross rents

    real property $263,284

  • 6b · Less rental expenses

    real property $0

  • 6c · Rental income or loss

    real property $263,284

  • 6d · Net rental income or loss

    total $263,284 · excluded $263,284

  • 7a · Gross sales of assets other than inventory

    securities $17,170,535 · other assets $2,502,017

  • 7b · Less cost or other basis and sales expenses

    securities $16,498,222 · other assets $1,041,393

  • 7c · Gain or loss

    securities $672,313 · other assets $1,460,624

  • 7d · Net gain or loss

    total $2,132,937 · excluded $2,132,937

  • 8a · Fundraising events: gross income

    $154,368

  • 8a · Fundraising events: contributions included on line 1c

    $174,926

  • 8b · Fundraising events: direct expenses

    $144,726

  • 8c · Net income from fundraising events

    total $9,642 · excluded $9,642

  • 10a · Gross sales of inventory

    $876,162

  • 10b · Cost of goods sold

    $6,305

  • 10c · Net income from sales of inventory

    total $869,857 · related or exempt $869,857

  • 11a · Other revenue: Refunds from inactive units

    total $166,247 · excluded $166,247

  • 11e · Other revenue, total

    $166,247

Functional expenses

Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.

  • 2 · Grants to domestic individuals

    total $219,269 · program services $219,269

  • 5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees

    total $836,893 · program services $677,238 · management and general $64,131 · fundraising $95,524

  • 7 · Other salaries and wages

    total $4,108,682 · program services $3,324,854 · management and general $314,837 · fundraising $468,991

  • 8 · Pension plan contributions

    total $493,063 · program services $398,999 · management and general $37,782 · fundraising $56,282

  • 9 · Other employee benefits

    total $435,760 · program services $352,628 · management and general $33,391 · fundraising $49,741

  • 10 · Payroll taxes

    total $343,739 · program services $278,163 · management and general $26,340 · fundraising $39,236

  • 11b · Fees: legal

    total $33,858 · program services $33,858

  • 11c · Fees: accounting

    total $62,443 · management and general $62,443

  • 11e · Fees: professional fundraising services

    total $30,697 · fundraising $30,697

  • 11g · Fees: other

    total $178,476 · program services $85,473 · management and general $23,964 · fundraising $69,039

  • 12 · Advertising and promotion

    total $113,649 · program services $113,649

  • 13 · Office expenses

    total $236,730 · program services $211,167 · management and general $6,248 · fundraising $19,315

  • 14 · Information technology

    total $37,389 · program services $37,389

  • 16 · Occupancy

    total $1,139,223 · program services $1,011,332 · management and general $51,370 · fundraising $76,521

  • 17 · Travel

    total $272,459 · program services $226,009 · management and general $14,031 · fundraising $32,419

  • 19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings

    total $207,344 · program services $199,170 · management and general $3,237 · fundraising $4,937

  • 21 · Payments to affiliates

    total $106,401 · program services $106,401

  • 22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization

    total $2,628,769 · program services $2,550,498 · management and general $31,439 · fundraising $46,832

  • 23 · Insurance

    total $519,081 · program services $491,269 · management and general $11,171 · fundraising $16,641

  • 24a · Other expenses: Supplies

    total $1,172,733 · program services $1,075,949 · management and general $5,111 · fundraising $91,673

  • 24b · Other expenses: Rental and eqiup mainte

    total $197,427 · program services $181,630 · management and general $6,345 · fundraising $9,452

  • 24c · Other expenses: Recognition awards

    total $144,679 · program services $108,904 · management and general $5,150 · fundraising $30,625

  • 24d · Other expenses: Publications and media

    total $72,999 · program services $55,187 · management and general $2,460 · fundraising $15,352

Balance sheet

Part X, book values.

  • 1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing

    beginning of year $8,003,179 · end of year $46,225

  • 2 · Savings and temporary cash investments

    beginning of year $11,966,804 · end of year $8,210,285

  • 3 · Pledges and grants receivable

    beginning of year $5,922,187 · end of year $2,743,658

  • 4 · Accounts receivable

    beginning of year $2,138,856 · end of year $355,144

  • 8 · Inventories for sale or use

    beginning of year $60,655 · end of year $86,797

  • 9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges

    beginning of year $324,521 · end of year $359,400

  • 10a · Land, buildings and equipment: cost or other basis

    $93,396,962

  • 10b · Land, buildings and equipment: accumulated depreciation

    $25,848,437

  • 10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net

    beginning of year $71,072,893 · end of year $67,548,525

  • 11 · Investments: publicly traded securities

    beginning of year $70,729,300 · end of year $92,121,379

  • 14 · Intangible assets

    end of year $600,000

  • 15 · Other assets

    beginning of year $1,042,862 · end of year $1,361,461

  • 17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses

    beginning of year $676,696 · end of year $743,606

  • 19 · Deferred revenue

    beginning of year $260,447 · end of year $146,392

  • 21 · Escrow or custodial account liability

    end of year $359,471

  • 25 · Other liabilities

    beginning of year $9,012,488 · end of year $798,213

  • 27 · Net assets without donor restrictions

    beginning of year $81,326,680 · end of year $82,481,759

  • 28 · Net assets with donor restrictions

    beginning of year $79,984,946 · end of year $88,903,433

Mission and programs · 2023

Mission

To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

Activities or mission (Part I)

To lead youth to lifelong values, service, and achievement.

  • The Council operates under a charter granted by the Boy Scouts of America (the National Council) in the counties of Austin, Brazos, Burleson, portions of Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Grimes, Harris, Madison, Matagorda, Montgomery, portions of Trinity, Walker, Waller, Washington, and Wharton. The Council is devoted to promoting the ability of boys and girls, and 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 that are now in common use by the National Council.See Schedule OThe Council's programs are as follows:Lion Scouts A fun introduction to the Scouting program for kindergarten-age youth eager to get going. Lions have adventures with their adult partners and other Lions every month. This program introduces youth and their families to Scouting and the outdoors as it builds a foundation of character. A Lion den is part of the Cub Scout pack.Tiger Scouts A one-year, family-oriented program for a group of teams, each consisting of a first-grade (or 7-year-old) boy or girl and an adult partner (usually a parent). A Tiger den is part of the Cub Scout pack.Cub Scouting Family and community-centered approach to learning citizenship, compassion, and courage through service projects, ceremonies, games, and other activities promoting character development and physical fitness.Scouts BSA A year round program for youth 11 to 17 years old that provides fun, adventure, learning, challenge, and responsibility to become the best version of themselves. With the Scout Oath and Scout Law as guides, and the support of parents and religious and neighborhood organizations, Scouts develop an awareness and appreciation of their role in their community and become well-rounded young men and women ages 10 through 17 through the advancement of the program. Scouts progress in rank through achievements, gain additional knowledge and responsibilities, and earn merit badges that introduce a lifelong hobby or a rewarding career.Venturing Provides experiences to help young men and women, ages 14 through 20, become mature, responsible, caring adults. Young people learn leadership skills and participate in challenging outdoor activities, including having access to Boy Scout camping properties, a recognition program, and Youth Protection training.Exploring Program that enables young people to become responsible individuals by teaching positive character traits, career development, leadership, and life skills so that they can make ethical choices and achieve their full potential.

    Expenses $11,739,036 · Grants $219,269 · Revenue $3,227,819

As filed on the 2023 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

  • Daniel G Bellow

    Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • William J Berger

    Executive Vice Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Jeri J Brooks

    Vice Chair - Marketing

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Allen D Brown

    Vice Chair - Finance

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    6
  • Victor Burk

    Vice Chair - Development

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Richard A Claussen

    Vice Chair - Membership

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Brian W Foster

    Vice Chair - Field Operations

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    15
  • Stewart W Gagnon

    Vice Chair - Real Estate

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Paul C Huttenhoff

    Vice Chair - Program

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Lionel R Jellins

    Vice Chair - ScoutReach & Diversity

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Steven P Mach

    Vice Chair - Relationships

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Steven D Oldham

    Treasurer

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Erin P Roberts

    Assistant Treasurer

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Deborah A Rollinson

    Council Commissioner

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    20
  • Cassandra Dols-Smith

    Legal Counsel

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    3
  • Clay C Williams

    Immediate Past Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    15
  • Nelson R Block

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    5
  • William L Bullock Jr

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Theodore A Butler

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Charles A Calderwood

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • William H Caudill

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Daniel J Churay

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Steve Clarke

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Craig W Collins

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Brad W Corson

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • David E Creasey

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • George DeMontrond III

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8
  • Tracy L Dieterich

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Rodney W Eads

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2.5
  • Chris Efird

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Richard A Eichler

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Margery Harris

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Blair Haynie

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Shad A Higdon

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Judge David Hittner

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • David R Klein

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Diane Maben

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Michael Mathena

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • T Franklin Myers

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Mike Narvaez

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Steven Nieting

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • K Knox Nunnally

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Adam R Oglesby

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Marc G Portal PhD

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Robert H Roy Jr

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    4
  • L E Simmons

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Matthew Skalka

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Wendel Skolaski

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1
  • Geoffrey M Smith

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Stephen D Strake

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.3
  • Richard E Tauber

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.3
  • John B Walker

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2
  • Judson B Walker

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Daniel G West

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Kevin W Yankowsky

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Marvin D Smith

    CEO/Scout Exec & Secretary

    Total calculated
    $366,352
    From this org
    $355,209
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $11,143
    Hours/week
    55

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $299,237
    Bonus
    $50,000
    Other
    $5,972
    Deferred
    $8,234
    Nontaxable benefits
    $2,909
    Filer's total
    $366,352
  • Douglas Davies

    Controller

    Total calculated
    $243,661
    From this org
    $221,093
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $22,568
    Hours/week
    55

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $205,492
    Bonus
    $14,286
    Other
    $1,315
    Deferred
    $7,013
    Nontaxable benefits
    $15,555
    Filer's total
    $243,661
  • Thomas Franklin

    Chief Operating Officer

    Total calculated
    $226,879
    From this org
    $210,966
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $15,913
    Hours/week
    55

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $193,486
    Bonus
    $17,084
    Other
    $396
    Deferred
    $6,395
    Nontaxable benefits
    $9,518
    Filer's total
    $226,879
  • Dustin Dupuis

    Director of Field Service

    Total calculated
    $151,744
    From this org
    $138,630
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $13,114
    Hours/week
    55

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $126,482
    Bonus
    $11,688
    Other
    $460
    Deferred
    $4,226
    Nontaxable benefits
    $8,888
    Filer's total
    $151,744
  • Brandon Lewis

    Director of Support Service

    Total calculated
    $128,592
    From this org
    $113,514
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $15,078
    Hours/week
    55
  • Travis Briner

    Director of Development

    Total calculated
    $149,749
    From this org
    $136,504
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $13,245
    Hours/week
    55

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Answered yes

  • 3 · Compensation committee
  • 3 · Written employment contract
  • 3 · Compensation survey or study
  • 3 · Approval by the board or compensation committee
  • 7 · Other non-fixed payments

Answered no

  • 4a · Severance or change-of-control payment
  • 4b · Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan
  • 4c · Equity-based compensation arrangement
  • 5a · Pay contingent on this organization's revenues
  • 5b · Pay contingent on a related organization's revenues
  • 6a · Pay contingent on this organization's net earnings
  • 6b · Pay contingent on a related organization's net earnings
  • 8 · Paid under the initial-contract exception

The filer's explanations (Part III)

Part I, Line 7
The Sam Houston Area Council Compensation and Benefits Committee reviews and approves the annual bonus structure to ensure fairness and transparency. It focuses on alignment with individual performance and the council's overall goals.

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

No itemized grants to organizations on this return.

Provenance

Return type
form_990
Tax year
2023
Filed
23 October 2024
IRS schema version
2023v5.1
Source object
202422979349301712

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