Support Our Mission

Employer Match Program

Double your impact with employer matching programs. Many companies will match your donations to Scouting, amplifying your support. Contact your HR department to see if your employer offers a matching program.

Endowments and Tributes

Honor someone special with a lasting gift. Endowments, tributes, and memorial gifts are larger donations that provide critical resources for our programs year-round and can be made to commemorate a special occasion or in memory of a loved one.

Non-Monetary Donations

We welcome donations of office supplies, camping gear, historical Scouting memorabilia, and more. We also appreciate contributions of services or items for our special events, such as our Annual Golf Classic or Sporting Clays event.

Merit Badge Sponsorship Programs

Sponsor a merit badge and make a lasting impact by empowering Scouts to explore new skills, build confidence, and achieve personal growth on their journey to becoming tomorrow's leaders.

Community Partner Program

Become a community partner and help shape the future by providing vital support and resources that empower Scouts to develop into strong, capable leaders who will make a difference in our community.

Friends of Scouting

 Friends of Scouting is the annual giving campaign of the Rainbow Council that helps provide the necessary funds to ensure a quality Scouting program for every youth.

Join Us In Restoring the RSR Chapel

The Chapel at Rainbow Scout Reservation needs our help. This year, we are taking action and going forward with the Development of Faith in Our Youth restoration plan. This plan will include repairing the Chapel roof,cleaning and restaining the structure, adding new landscaping and an accessible entrance, as well as adding new benches and pews.

We are also using the campaign as a way to reinstall efforts into expending out religious opportunities to our youth. Programs such as our First Annual Interfaith Hike, expansion of the Religious Emblems program for both Youth and Adults, offset the costs of religious medals and ceremonies, and more.

Annual Robert "Bob" Chiszar Golf Classic

The Rainbow Council Robert "Bob" Chiszar Golf Classic will be held again this year at Bolingbrook Golf Club. We were very happy with the participation last year and wanted everyone to have an opportunity to participate as a golfer or supporter at this year's event. Bolingbrook Golf Club is the venue of choice for LIV Golf 2024 and 2025 tournaments, the Bo Jackson Give Me a Chance Foundation, Retired Professional Football Players of Chicago, United Way of Will County, and many others.

Proceeds from this event will benefit local youth programs for approximately 2,000 male and female Scouts delivered by Rainbow Council which supports Will, Grundy, and Kankakee County.

Your generosity in the support of this event and the many other ways you provide support is instrumental in improving the lives of our young men and women as the Scouting program has a strong and long-standing record of preparing our youth for life.

We will be providing information regarding registration and/or sponsorships in the near future.

Monday, June 16, 2025

Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner

The Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner (DCAD) honors an individual who has provided significant and enduring contributions to the community and who embodies the principles and values of the Scouting program and thereby serves as an exemplary role model for our young people. 

The Distinguished Citizen Award dinner honoring Bob Filotto was a tremendous success, filled with inspiration and community spirit. Celebrating Bob's remarkable contributions and hearing from our Scout speaker, Zeke Minett, about the life-changing impact of Scouting left everyone feeling uplifted. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and supporters, we raised over $50,000 to further our mission of bringing the scouting program to Kankakee, Grundy, and Will. The enthusiasm of our guests was palpable, especially during the pledge to support Scoutreach, ensuring more youth have access to Scouting’s opportunities. We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended, supported, and made this night unforgettable. Thank you for being a part of our Scouting family!

Please check out the photos taken during the event here.

Please contact Peter.Durkin@scouting.org with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for joining us for DCAD; an annual event hosted by Rainbow Council!

Annual Events: Join the Tradition

Our recurring events are the backbone of our community engagement, offering fun and meaningful ways for supporters to get involved with Scouting year after year. From our Annual Golf Classic and Sporting Clays event to the Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner, each gathering brings together Scouts, volunteers, and community members to celebrate achievements, build connections, and raise vital funds for our programs. These events not only create lasting memories but also play a crucial role in supporting the growth and development of our Scouts. Join us in making each event a success and be part of a tradition that positively impacts the lives of young people in our community.