The Lord Baden Powell Society
AJ2025 Appeal
The Lord Baden-Powell Society (LBPS) is rallying supporters around their goal to ensure every young Australian Scout can access the transformational experiences like Jamborees and International Scout experiences, irrespective of their financial background.
Each year, countless young people dream of attending events where they get to engage in life-changing skills, friendships, and international experiences. Sadly, many find their dreams dashed by financial constraints. The Jamboree Appeal, instituted by the Lord Baden-Powell Society, bridges this gap by distributing funds to those in need.
We start the year focussing our fundraising efforts on the 26th Australian Jamboree, AJ2025 in Queensland in January 2025.
LBPS made significant contributions last year to the 25th World Scout Jamboree held in South Korea where an impressive $24,000 was given in aiding 900 Australian Scouts and Venturers in their quest for global friendship.
Also last year, we generously contributed $37,500 in supporting the Contingent that travelled to the Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC) for the centennial celebrations as well as, the OneCamp Eclipse event held in WA with a further $28,000.
“The youth experiences in Korea, Western Australia and the celebrations at KISC have only deepened our commitment to ensuring every young Scout is provided experiences like these” said David Jones, Chairperson – LBPS.
With the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, charitable donations have dwindled across various sectors. Despite these challenges, the LBPS has successfully raised $114,000 of their $150,000 target for the upcoming Australian Jamboree. This is a significant chunk, but they need more to ensure every Scout can join this life changing event.
To every potential donor reading this: Your donation could be the difference.
Your contribution ensures that no Scout or Venturer misses out on what may be a pivotal experience in their life.
For those wishing to offer their support, donations can be made over the phone by credit card, via direct deposit, or using the attached form. Every donation is tax deductible. As Rita, Member Services at LBPS, puts it, “These donations aren’t just funds; they’re future memories, friendships, and invaluable experiences for our young adventurers.”
Help a young Scout today. Ensure they get to create memories they will cherish for a lifetime.
For more details or to make a donation, contact LBPS on (02) 8440 5908 and speak with Rita directly.
Alternatively, you can donate directly into the Lord Baden-Powell Society Jamboree Fund Account.
Direct Deposit:
BSB: 032 090 Acc: 67 6886 Reference: Your Name and Mobile Number so that we can identify you and get in touch with you.
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Click below button to view some of the fun and challenging adventures from the last Australian Jamboree in 2019!