2024 Popcorn Sale Timeline Update
- Oct 30 – please email your worksheet tool (one per Unit) per the instructions in my email sent Oct 29 or Oct 23; it would be helpful if you would include your Unit number(s) in the subject line of the email and in the name of the document(s)
- Nov 1 – Unit bonus commissions will be updated in the Pecatonica system for review
- Nov 1 – Signup Genius for SW/WB popcorn Distribution at United Warehouse will be emailed to all Units with a take order; other districts will be sending out their instructions soon (if they have not already done so)
- Nov 5 – all Unit-to Unit transfers must be posted and approved in the Pecatonica system.
- Nov 6 – Unit invoices will be emailed to the registered kernel within the Pecatonica system.
- Nov 14 – Popcorn Distribution for SW/WB districts at United Warehouse
- Nov 15 – Popcorn Distribution for Kanza district at Midwest Energy
- Nov 15 – Popcorn Distribution for Pawnee district at City Beverage
- Nov 15 – Popcorn Distribution for Santa Fe Trail district at Mandan Scout Camp
- Nov 16 – Popcorn Distribution for Osage Nation district at Cleaver Farm
- Now through Nov 30 – enter any Winner’s Circle prizes on the Pecatonica website for scouts who sold $3,000 or more. Note – the scout earns a prize for EVERY $3,000 in sales so enter them multiple times if applicable.
Council Troop Incentives
Troop Option 1
Troop Option 2
Every Scout that reaches/surpasses $1,250 in total sales will receive this Council level prize. For Troop level Scouts, their choice of high-quality knives. For Pack level Scouts, their choice of a camping rated hammock or, for Bear Scouts or higher, a Swiss Army Knife. Any Scout that qualifies can also choose a $40 Amazon gift card for their Council prize instead of a knife or hammock.
Notes:
- Unit will be responsible for turning in list of earners to Council by October 30, 2024.
- Council will issue prizes to Unit Leaders, with the expectation that Unit Leaders present them to youth with parent/guardian present.
- It is recommended that Units create a Sheath Knife policy if they intend to allow youth to carry/use sheath knives during Unit events. You can download a sample policy HERE.
- Currently, sheath knives are NOT ALLOWED at Quivira Council District or Council activities.
Council Pack Incentives
Pack Option 1
Pack Option 2: BSA Single Person Hammock with Straps
Everyone benefits from Popcorn!
The most successful units have a planned program with specific goals, on where they want to go and how they are going to get there. Setting a goal for how much your unit needs to sell and how much your scout needs to sell, is how your unit will have the funds needed to support your program.
Popcorn is fun and exciting for your Scouts to sell!!
The public loves Scouting and look forward to buying popcorn. Two out of three customers will buy if asked by a Scout. Remember we are not selling popcorn, we are helping our Scouts Fund Adventures!
Scouts can earn much more than prizes
There are very few activities in scouting that demonstrate the benefits of planning, organization, teamwork and goal setting. Participating in the popcorn sale teaches scouts all of these skills, plus marketing, salesmanship, public speaking, and learning how to pay there way! These important skills will serve these young men throughout their lifetimes.
A successful popcorn sale means better Unit programs!
- Registrations
- Summer Camps
- Camp outs/Adventure Trips
- Advancements
- Blue and Gold Banquets/ Courts of Honor
- Other various expenses
A successful popcorn sale means Stronger Council and Services that is provides!
- Training opportunities for adult leaders, so Scouts have the very best leadership.
- Helping to maintain Scout Camps for year-round camping and outdoor events.
- Providing “Campership” support for Scouts who need assistance to attend Summer Camp.
- Planning and conducting various Council-Wide activities and events.
- Providing service center and professional staff support for unit leaders, parents and Scouts.