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Scouts Fundraise $1.2M for Kitchen Upgrade
29 Jul
Summary
- Boy Scout Council aims to raise $2.5 million for kitchen renovation.
- A new dining pavilion has been completed and opened for the 2025 season.
- Phil Cambo donated $500,000 toward the kitchen project.
The Heart of New England Council has launched a capital campaign to modernize the kitchen facilities at Treasure Valley Scout Reservation. The existing kitchen, built in 1936, is insufficient for the current needs of feeding hundreds of scouts daily. Consequently, the council is raising approximately $2.5 million to transform the dining experience.
Phase one of the project, a new dining pavilion, has been fully funded at $750,000 and is now open, enhancing the camp experience for scouts attending since the 2025 summer season. This pavilion is complete.
Phase two involves renovating and expanding the East Lodge Dining Hall. This will provide a professional kitchen capable of producing nutritious meals and an accessible building for all participants. To date, $1.2 million has been raised toward the $1.7 million goal for this phase, with a notable $500,000 donation from Phil Cambo's foundation.
Treasure Valley spans 1,600 acres across Paxton, Rutland, Spencer, and Oakham, offering extensive trails and natural habitats. Donations can be made online or by mail.
