named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Blue and Gold Banquets
Annual February event featuring recognition ceremonies and crossover from Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA
Cub Scout Day Camp
Local day camp program for Cub Scouts offering nature activities, crafts, games, and Scout skills at multiple district locations
Cub Scout Resident Summer Camp
Overnight summer camp program at Camp Kingsley for Cub Scouts focusing on outdoor skills, adventure, and character development
Scout 365 Summer Camp Promotion
Program encouraging year-round unit engagement through training and outdoor activities to earn discounted summer camp rates
Scouts BSA Day Camp
Day camp program for Scouts BSA at Camp Kingsley featuring merit badge opportunities, shooting sports, waterfront activities, and leadership training
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Scouting Leadership Programs 2 activities
- Delivers Scouting programs to youth across eight counties in Central New YorkOperates Cub Scout Packs, Scouts BSA Troops, and Exploring Posts for over 8,000 young men and women in Herkimer, Oneida, Madison, Otsego, Schoharie, Delaware, and surrounding counties, providing character development and leadership skills training through values-based programs.
- Organizes community and outdoor youth activitiesPlans and conducts outdoor and community-based events including camping, hiking, field trips, service projects, and annual Blue and Gold banquets featuring recognition ceremonies and crossover events for advancing Cub Scouts.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Hosts multi-site Cub Scout day camp programsRuns three- and five-day day camp programs for Cub Scouts at four different locations, including skill development, games, socialization, and outdoor activities.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Operates Camp Kingsley Scout Reservation for summer and year-round camping programsManages Camp Kingsley near Rome, NY as a Scout camp offering five-day overnight summer camps for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA, day camps, adventure weekends, and weekend events focused on outdoor skills, friendship building, and recreational activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, and swimming.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Operates Scout retail services and trading postsRuns a physical Scout Shop in Utica, an online apparel store, and the Camp Kingsley Trading Post, selling uniforms, advancement items, books, gifts, apparel, snacks, and camping gear; also provides mail-order service for Scout materials.
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Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
- Provides financial assistance for Scouting participationOffers financial aid to Scouts who would otherwise be unable to attend summer camp or participate in Scouting programs, including discounted summer camp rates through the Scout 365 Summer Camp Promotion contingent on unit participation in required activities.
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Volunteer and Professional Training Programs 1 activity
- Supports volunteer effectiveness in Scouting rolesProvides resources, guidance, and support to adult volunteers to help them carry out their Scouting responsibilities effectively, including safety protocols and cold weather preparedness for outdoor activities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.18M
Contributions & grants$368K31%
Program service revenue$245K21%
Investment income$400K34%
Other revenue$169K
expenses
Total expenses$1.68M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$920K
Grants paid out$97K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$8.36M
Cash$452K
Investments$4.37M
Liabilities$259K
Net assets$8.10M
Liquid reserves34.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -73.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAYMOND ESCHENBACH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $115K |
board members · 24
- ANDREW MARIETTA — BOARD MEMBER
- BRADLEY LEWTHWAITE — BOARD MEMBER
- BRANDY THURSTON — BOARD MEMBER
- BRIAN MCKEE — VICE PRESIDENT
- CHARLES AX — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRIS KRECIDLO — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVE LEIDY — BOARD MEMBER
- FRANK DUBECK — BOARD MEMBER
- JAY DEITCHMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- JILL HAYES — BOARD MEMBER
- JOAN GRANDE — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHN LAUCHERT — TREASURER
- KEN HAWKS — BOARD MEMBER
- KIRK EVANS — VICE PRESIDENT FOR MARKETI
- LESLIE LEWTHWAITE — BOARD MEMBER
- MARK HOAG — BOARD MEMBER
- MARYBETH MCCALL — BOARD MEMBER
- MATT DZIEDZIC — PRESIDENT
- MATT JACOBS — BOARD MEMBER
- NATHAN DISCAVAGE — VICE PRESIDENT-MEMBERSHIP
- PAUL OBERNESSER — VICE PRESIDENT
- ROB MAHARDY — VICE PRESIDENT-PROGRAM
- ROBERT PIERCE — BOARD MEMBER
- ROSS BERNTSON — VICE PRESIDENT-CORP AFFAIR
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Boy Scouts of America Network — Leatherstocking Council operates as a local council within the Boy Scouts of America national organization.
- Camp Kingsley Partner — Hosts Cub Scout Resident Camp, Cub Scout Day Camp, and Scouts BSA Day Camp programs supported by the Council's Campership Fund.
- Northern Tier Government — High-adventure base operated by the BSA in Minnesota, Manitoba, and Ontario
- Ohkwaliha-Ká Lodge #34 Partner — Operates an online store in partnership to sell lodge merchandise, with proceeds supporting the lodge program.
- Philmont Scout Ranch Government — High-adventure base operated by the BSA in New Mexico
- Scouts, BSA Network — Leatherstocking Council operates as a local council within the national Scouts, BSA organization.
- Scouts, BSA Network — Local council of the national Scouts, BSA organization providing Scouting programs in central New York.
- Sea Base Government — High-adventure base operated by the BSA in Florida
- Summit Bechtel Reserve Government — High-adventure base operated by the BSA in West Virginia
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Partnered Program Deliverymethodology: community-partnered deliveryBy partnering with local chartering organizations, the organization delivers Scouting programs through trusted community institutions, because embedding within existing structures increases accessibility, sustainability, and local ownership of youth development efforts.
- Family-Engaged Character Growth Modelmethodology: family-engaged_youth_developmentBy involving families directly in Scouting activities, the organization strengthens family bonds and supports youth character development, because shared experiences increase accountability, reinforce values at home, and deepen engagement in personal growth.
- Youth Development Through Experiential Scoutingmethodology: experiential_learning_with_peer_engagementBy engaging youth in outdoor, hands-on scouting activities and peer-supported adventures, the organization fosters character, leadership, and self-esteem, because experiential learning in a fun and socially connected environment increases retention and enables positive life choices.