1. Supporting the Council
The Lodge’s Role in Council Support

2. Role of the Lodge
The OA’s National Business Plan supports the Council:
Challenge local lodges to take specific, active roles in annual district and council events
Emphasize the involvement of the individual Arrowman within the unit by creating a larger focus on the several programs and initiatives that impact the unit
Explore new and innovative means of BSA membership growth and retention in collaboration with councils during lodges’ required annual meetings with Scout Executives
Utilize pilot initiatives as a means of growing and retaining members
Develop an actionable relationship between Cub Scouting and the OA
Continue to promote the OA to underserved populations of the Scouting community through a specific focus on membership diversification

3. Mission of the Lodge
The mission of the Order of the Arrow is to fulfill its purpose as an integral part of the Boy Scouts of America through positive youth leadership under the guidance of selected capable adults.

4. Brainstorming Activity
What are some things an Order of the Arrow chapter or lodge can do to support the Council or Districts?

5. Opportunities for Supporting the Council
Financial Support
Direct Support
Gifts in Kind
Support Council Fundraisers
Lodge Fundraisers
Council and District Events Support
Service Projects
Membership
Summer Camp

6. Integrating Your Lodge into the Council
Annual Meeting with Scout Executive
Support of Unit Service
Lodge Leadership Annual Report
Become a Member of the Executive Board
Encourage Everyone to Join the Team

7. Marketing the Lodge Re-Brand the Lodge Back to Basics
Integrate Council and Lodge Newsletters
Integrate Council and Lodge Websites
Communication Booths/Displays
Annual Council Executive Board Presentation

8. Annual Report Activity
Each group is now the key leadership and advisers of Lodges #1, 2, 3, and 4. It is the beginning of the year and almost time to meet with the Council executive board to present the Lodge’s annual report.
Select a few key items the Lodge accomplished during the year
Focus on how these items increased support to the Council
Develop strategies for the Lodge to become a more integral part in the Council

9. Conclusion
Everyone should understand that as members of the OA, we are all committed to supporting the Scouting community and becoming a more integral part of the Council.
No matter how big or little of a role you play in the Lodge, everyone has a key part in enhancing the support and assistance the Lodge can provide to the Council.

10. Thanks for joining us today!
Any questions?