Donations to the Narragansett Council Wish List help fund specific program needs that are budgeted each year. These essential items directly support Scouting programs, youth, and volunteers across Southeastern New England. All Wish List gifts are 100% tax deductible.
Supporting a Wish List Item is Easy:
Click “Donate” below any of the wish list items which will take you to a Scouting Gives Page.
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Donations may also be made in honor or memory of someone special, creating a meaningful way to give back. Please note that in the “notes” section of the online form.
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Prefer to contribute a flexible amount? Click “Donate,” and enter the amount you wish to give. Your gift will be applied toward these important program needs.
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If you prefer to donate by check:
Make checks payable to Narragansett Council
Mail to: Narragansett Council, 223 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921
Please include the Wish List item you are supporting in the memo line and be sure your name and address are included on the check or envelope.
Thank you for helping make Scouting possible for thousands of youths and volunteers in our communities!
TENT PLATFORM
Supports new 12×16 pressure treated wooden platform to replace aging platforms throughout camp.
$1,000
TENT REPAIR
Supports professional repair of canvas summer tents including patching holes and cuts also replacing missing grommets and ties.
$200
STAFF ADIRONDACK HOUSING
Supports new 12×16 Adirondak style shelters to replace canvas tents.
$8,000
PADDLE BOARDS W/PADDLE
Supports one new Stand-up paddle board and paddle.
$800
KAYAKS W/PADDLE
Supports replacing 6 aging kayaks with new Old Town Brand kayaks and paddles.
$750
BATHROOMS
Supports new campsite bathroom, replacing old latrine style. 6-8 individual stalls to safely and comfortably for Scouts and leaders.
$150,000
12 PASSENGER VAN
Supports the purchase of a 12-passenger van to safely transport Scouts to offsite programs such as Golf, Aviation and Ice-Skating MB. The van is also used to transport Scouts to airports, train stations, and ferry.
$60,000
AERATOR
Supports the purchase of an aerator to help minimize pond closures due to high bacteria levels.
$2,000
GOLF CART
Supports the purchase of a golf cart to help Scouts and leaders with limited mobility access all areas of camp.
$7,000
10 PERSON PADDLE BOARD
Supports the purchase of the Mothership paddleboard, a very popular Troop activity. 3 additional boards ensure all Scouts have an opportunity to participate.
$2,000
A WEEK OF COFFEE @ FACTOR’S CLUB
Purchases one week of coffee for adult volunteer leaders at Yawgoog.
$250
PROGRAM SUPPLIES
Supports program supplies such as life jackets, crafts. rope and canoe paddles helping bring the camp experience to thousands of campers each year.
$50
NEW ROOFS ON CABINS
Supports replacing aging roofs on Talala and Kiwe cabins at Camp Champlin.
$15,000
PROGRAM SUPPLIES
Supports program supplies such as life jackets, crafts. rope and canoe paddles helping bring the camp experience to thousands of campers each year.
$50
WATER BOTTLE FILLING STATION
Supports helping keep campers hydrated with a refrigerated and filtered bottle filling station.
$1,200
TEAM BUILDING COURSE IMPROVEMENTS
Supports replacing the climbing wall at Champlin with a newer wall in a safer location. The wall will be used to teach teamwork and leadership skills to thousands of campers each summer.
$2,5000
CABIN ARCHITECTURAL ANALYSIS
Architectural analysis of cabins to make upgrades that meet Scouting America camping standards while improving capacity and accessibility.
$5,000
MATTRESS
Supports the purchase of new mattresses for each cabin at Camp Champlin.
$250
PROFESSIONAL REPAIR ON POOL FIELD
Allows us to remove rocks, grade and improve grass.
$10,000
DECK REPAIR ON POOL
Supports the purchase of supplies to repair the deck at the pool at Camp Champlin.
REFRIGERATED FOOD SERVICE TABLE
Support the purchase of a refrigerated food service table to utilize at Camp Norse.
$4,000
16′ OUTDOOR INFLATABLE MOVIE SCREEN
Helping to support the purchase of an inflatable movie screen for Camp Norse.
$2,000
PICNIC TABLES (BUCK HILL)
Supports the replacement of aging picnic tables in tent sites, shelter and around cabins.
$500
CABIN IMPROVEMENTS (BUCK HILL)
Support Hamilton Lodge and Dean cabin improvements; new kitchen appliances; cabinets, flooring and walls. Hot water heater, bathroom upgrades, new doors; floor repairs.
$10,000
TUCKER SHELTER ROOF REPLACEMENT (AQUAPAUG)
Support to replace the aging roof of Tucker shelter with new asphalt shingles.
$10,000
CANOES W/PADDLES (AQUAPAUG)
Support the purchase of New Old Town brand Canoes w/paddles for Camp Aquapaug.
$1,400
FLYER & PAPER TO SUPPORT RECRUITMENT
We print over 75,000 flyer most of which are distributed in School settings to promote Scouting sign-up events annually.
$90
WRISTBANDS (FOR FUTURE YEAR)
We use these as a giveaway to students in all schools where we are able to do school presentations. Wristbands are a great giveaway that students can wear, bring home, and let their parents know they want to join Scouting.
$1,000
YARD SIGNS (BUNDLE)
Yard signs are cost effective and a highly visual way to promote Scouting. We now use corrugated signs which cost more per sign, but they last longer and present better.
$4,000
JIBITZ FOR CROCS
Young kids love wearing croc shoes and a great way to personalize them is to add jibitz charms. We use 2 versions of this charm – A Fleur de lis and a Cub Scout logo. These are a popular giveaway at open houses and community events.
$1,700
AXES FOR INFLATABLE AXE THROWING RANG
These Velcro axes are used extensively at community and unit events and while they are durable, they do break from time to time. Having extra on hand keep the inflatable in service for our units.
$150
AXE THROWING RANGE
The Axe throwing inflatable range is a visually appealing community tool to promote Scouting. Currently we only have 1 available, and the demand for it during Spring and Fall is very high so having an additional range would help us serve more events.
$1,400
GAGA BALL PIT
The Gaga Ball Inflatable is one of our most popular recruitment tools and can be used at schools, open houses, and other community events. Currently we only have 1 available, and the demand for it during Spring and Fall is very high so having an additional range would help us serve more events.
$1,000
SCOUTING FOR FOOD DOOR HANGERS
Door hangers help raise over 150,000+ of food each year.