Scouting America Greater New York Councils (GNYC) serves New York‘s five boroughs. GNYC has helped over five million young men and women become “Prepared for Life” since its' inception in the 1920’s. Throughout New York City there are more than 8,500 Scouts and Explorers, 4,200 active volunteer leaders and 418 Scouting community partners. Programs foster healthy lifestyles, community service, environmental stewardship, workforce preparedness, leadership development and STEM education. Our mission is to serve society by helping to instill values in young people and, in other ways to prepare them to make ethical choices during their lifetime and to achieve their full potential. In partnership with our generous supporters, we work to ensure that vitally needed development opportunities and experiences are available to all youth, regardless of income. To learn more about GNYC visit: https://www.nycscouting.org To locate and join a Scouting unit near you visit: http://www.beascout.org