RememberSchiff 3686 Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 http://www.mountain-news.com/news/article_2e81ade8-837a-11e7-b9c2-4be226327bf8.html The Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation (formerly Forest Lawn Scout Reservation) near Lake Arrowhead has received a historic $10 million endowment from longtime supporter, the AS&F Foundation. The Boy Scouts of America Greater Los Angeles Area Council (GLAAC) announced on July 29 receipt of the donation, which will benefit the GLAAC’s Boy Scouts’ adventure camp. John Llewellyn, a Distinguished Eagle Scout and past council president for the GLAAC, presented the multi-million-dollar gift on behalf of his great-uncle, Hubert Eaton, who established the foundation. The $10 million gift and renaming of the camp were done in honor of Eaton’s legacy and the impact that he had on youth. “There is a lot of money going into this area now, which is great,†said Chairman of the Board and GLAAC President Gerry Morton. “With this money, we can ensure that the camp will run forever for the benefit of the kids who utilize it.†... Morton explained that the money is a permanent endowment for the camp, and five percent will be taken from it annually to ensure that the camp is running under high standards. “When the 2003 fire ripped through Arrowhead, we invested $17 million in rebuilding everything,†Morton explained, adding that this money will help the camp make up for the large amount it lost after the fire. “This is what is great about the gift,†Morton stated. “We will ensure that deferred maintenance gets covered and the camp gets quality and first-rate conditions.†Aside from the deferred maintenance, the importance to the GLAAC and Morton himself is to ensure that the mission of the camp is delivered, and that the youth utilizing the camp get the most out of their experience while they are there. “We offer this service to kids as a nonprofit, and now we will be able to really rely on this money,†Morton concluded. Link to post Share on other sites
NJCubScouter 1389 Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 As my father used to say, rich or poor, it's good to have money. Link to post Share on other sites
RememberSchiff 3686 Posted August 18, 2017 Author Share Posted August 18, 2017 Somehow I don't think flush toilets and hot showers will be a problem. Link to post Share on other sites
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