As a unit leader, we know making Scouting accessible to all is a priority. That’s the primary reason we conduct our annual council popcorn fundraiser,. In addition to that opportunity, we’re pleased to offer “Camp Cards” – a short-term, no-risk easy way for units and Scouts to earn funds for camp – or any other Scouting purpose.
Here’s how it works:
Scout units can receive Camp Cards in packs of ten. For a contribution of $20, supporters will get a Camp Card with multiple great deals – some good for almost an entire year, while others will be available for a one-time discount or free item. Participating businesses include Papa John’s, Beck’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Hy-Vee, Hardee’s, Culver’s and more. (Participation may vary by location.)
Unsold cards still in like-new condition can be returned to the council. Payment and unsold cards are due to the council by the June 12 Roundtable. You manage the collection and disbursement of cards and funds between you and your Scouts.
Also, as this is an approved W. D. Boyce Council fundraiser, it does not require a unit fundraising application.
Key dates and actions to take:
- By April 7, you initially indicate how many 10-card packs your unit wants by visiting https://bit.ly/wdb-campcard-2025. (More will be available after the sale begins.)
- On April 10, cards are distributed at your district roundtable.
- The sale runs from April 11 to June 8.
- By June 12, you reimburse the council $10 for every card sold and/or return unsold cards in like-new condition. (This can be done at the June 12 Roundtable.)
Flyer
A flyer is available for you to distribute at your next meeting. If time allows, we recommend you use the return slips to gauge how many 10-card packs you want to begin with. Remember, more cards will be available throughout the sale at the council Scout Service Center in case you run out!
Sales Anytime!
Scouts can take orders in advance, when they don’t have cards with them, and/or keep track of their overall sales for future reference. Download this form:
https://bit.ly/2025-cc-form
End of Sale Reimbursement/Return Form
At the end of the sale, complete this form and submit it with payment to reimburse the council $10 per card sold, along with any unsold cards in like-new condition, no later than June 12, 2025. Download the form
Questions and Answers
How soon can Scouts make use of the money they earn?
It’s up to the unit to determine how funds are used and allocated between the unit and the Scouts. Depending on how the unit decides to manage the proceeds from the sale, once the Scout has turned in the $20 per card sold, the unit can allocate funds to the Scout’s account or use the funds on the Scout’s behalf for camp or other Scouting expenses.
Please note that Scouts cannot simply keep $10 per card sold. That would run counter to the spirit of fundraising for the benefit of Scouting, and could be considered a violation of IRS rules. Funds received from the sale of cards must be turned into the unit.
Where are the deals? Are the deals good at all locations of the businesses on the card?
Offers are good at participating locations, as listed below. See the back of the card (below) for details, as some exclusions may apply.
- Adrian’s Shoes & Repair – Bloomington & Champaign (10% off one $100 purchase)
- Avanti’s Ristorante – all Peoria area Avanti’s locations except Bloomington-Normal (10% off entire order)
- Beck’s (Free large cheesesticks with any pizza purchase – one-time)
- Culver’s – Princeton, Peoria N Centerway Dr & Galesburg (BOGO Free medium concrete mixer)
- Dick’s Sporting Goods (10% off athletic shoes or cleats $59.99 or more – one-time)
- Doug’s Automotive – LaSalle ($5 off one oil change)
- Dunham’s Sports ($10 off one regularly priced purchase of $50 or more)
- Hy-Vee – Bloomington, Peoria, Canton & Peru locations only ($10 off one purchase of $125 or more)
- Hardee’s – Canton, Chillicothe, Peoria, East Peoria, Washington, Normal, Pekin, Havana, Eureka, Bartonville (Free 1/4 pound Famous Star with purchase of any 1/4 Famous Star Combo – one time; Free small fry and small drink with purchase of 1/4 pound Famous Star – one use per visit)
- Meineke – 1500 E. Vernon Ave., Normal ($10 off any oil change package)
- Papa Johns (Order a Large Pizza @ regular menu price and get 2nd Pizza of equal or lesser value Free.)
- Pizza Ranch – Bloomington & Morton (10% off)
Valid only at participating locations. Not good with other offers. One use per visit unless specified. Misuse of card may result in denial of services. 2 for 1 means equal or lesser value item.
Are there any limitations on how often the card can be used?
Some deals are only good once, as indicated on the card.
When do the cards expire?
February 28, 2026
Why isn’t Casey’s on the card this year?
Casey’s put a “pause” on their participation in fundraising promotions, which they do from time to time.
Casey’s put a “pause” on their participation in fundraising promotions, which they do from time to time.
What about asking other businesses to participate?
We can certainly make suggestions for next year, particularly if you might have a contact at a business you think might be open to the opportunity. Please let us know!I
