MEMBERSHIP AND UNIT RENEWALS

2026 is the last year Membership and Unit Renewals are separate processes. Scouting America is transitioning all units and members to a common February renewal date, with the first unified renewal cycle occurring in February 2028. Units renewed during the 2026 renewal cycle will remain active through February 29, 2028.

⚠️ 2026 Unit Renewal Deadline: December 11, 2026
Complete Unit Renewal, payment, and submit the signed Charter Agreement by the deadline to avoid a $100 late fee.

choose a renewal type

Renewing a Unit - for Packs, Troops, Crews, Ships, and Posts

Unit Renewal renews the annual agreement between a unit and its chartering organization. Individual youth and adult memberships are renewed separately and are not included in Unit Renewal.

Renewing an Individual Membership - for Scouts and Adult Members

Memberships are renewed individually based on each member's expiration date. Renewal notices are sent by email before expiration, and memberships may be renewed by the member, parent/guardian, or unit.

Quick Links

go to my.scouting.org
download charter agreement
contact member care

important dates

📅 November 1, 2026: Unit Renewal Opens

📅 December 11, 2026: Unit Renewal Deadline

⚠️ Late Fee Notice: A $100 late fee will be assessed for late or incomplete Unit Renewals

📢 2026 Renewal Cycle Change

As part of Scouting America's transition to a common February renewal cycle, units renewing during the 2026 renewal season will be renewed through February 29, 2028. Unit Renewal fees will be prorated at $8.50 per month. For example, units with a December 31, 2026 expiration date will pay $119 to extend their charter through February 29, 2028.

Unit Renewal

Before You Begin

Confirm that:

✅ Required leadership positions are filled.

✅ Key leadership contact information is current.

✅ Safeguarding Youth Training is current.

✅ Charter organization information is accurate.

  • Steps

    1. Unit Key 3 member logs in to My.Scouting.org

    2. Navigate to Organization Manager > Unit Renewal

    3. Review and complete validation requirements

    4. Check leadership positions and ensure the correct names are in the correct positions

      • Only COR/CUR or their delegate can edit these in “Position Manager.” Unit must wait overnight for the changes to update

    5. E-Sign the page (only Key 3 members or a Key 3 delegate)

    6. Review the Unit’s BeAScout Pin

    7. Continue to Unit Renewal

    8. Select a payment method (credit card, ACH, or through Klarna)

    9. Submit payment

    10. Save the confirmation page for your records

    11. Email the Annual Charter Agreement to‍ ‍LECMemberCare@Scouting.org‍ ‍or to your Unit Support Executive

      • The annual charter agreement is mandatory and must be obtained outside of the electronic process

    Payment Information

    • Credit and debit card transactions will incur a 3% processing fee

    • ACH payments will incur a $1 fee

    • Klarna is a third-party service that lets you use flexible payment options

  • Steps

    1. Unit Key 3 member logs in to My.Scouting.org.

    2. Navigate to Organization Manager > Unit Renewal.

    3. Review and complete validation requirements

    4. Check leadership positions and ensure the correct names are in the correct positions

      • Only COR/CUR or their delegate can edit these in “Position Manager.” Unit must wait overnight for the changes to update

    5. Select Pay at Council

    6. Print renewal paperwork.

    7. Complete the Annual Charter Agreement.

    8. Submit paperwork and payment to the Unit Service Center.

    Payment Information

    • Checks should be made payable to Lake Erie Council.

    • Credit and debit card transactions will incur a 3% processing fee

  • Required signatures:

    • Executive Officer / Institutional Head

    • Charter Organization Representative (COR) or Council Unit Representative (CUR)

    • Unit Committee Chair

    • Local Council Representative

    Download the Annual Charter Agreement

 

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

⚠️ Due to the lapse period being eliminated, when someone does not renew by their expiration date, they will immediately drop and lose access to any online tools.

Before You Begin

  • Memberships renew based on each member's individual expiration date.

  • Renewal notices are sent beginning 60 days before expiration.

  • Units may renew members on their behalf.

  • Scout Life subscriptions may be added or removed during renewal.

  • Who should use this option?

    Parents, guardians, and adult members who are paying for their own membership renewal.

    Steps

    1. Log in to My.Scouting.org.

    2. Open My Application > My Renewals.

    3. Review memberships eligible for renewal.

    4. Accept the Terms and Conditions.

    5. Review fees and optional Scout Life subscription.

    6. Submit payment.

    7. Save your receipt and confirmation email.

    Helpful Reminders

    • Renewal notices are sent 60, 45, and 30 days before expiration.

    • Memberships must be renewed before their expiration date.

    • Credit and debit card payments are subject to applicable processing fees.

  • Who should use this option?

    Unit Key 3 members and approved delegates renewing individual memberships on behalf of the unit.

    Steps

    1. Log in to My.Scouting.org.

    2. Navigate to Organization Manager > Roster.

    3. Select members eligible for renewal.

    4. Review Scout Life subscriptions.

    5. Create a renewal order.

    6. Submit payment online or print paperwork for payment at the Unit Service Center.

    Helpful Reminders

    • Members not returning should may be opted out.

    • Only members eligible for renewal can be included in the order.

    • Review all membership selections carefully before submitting.

RESOURCES

Use the resources below to assist you with new process. You can also visit Scouting America’s Unit and Membership Renewal Website for more information.

charter agreements

FEES

cub scouts, scouts bsa, venturing, and sea scouts:

  • Youth Membership: $85

  • Adult Membership: $65

  • Insurance: $16

  • Scout Life: $15 (optional)

Exploring:

  • Membership: $50

  • Insurance: $16

  • Scout Life: $15 (optional)

Unit Renewal

  • Unit Renewal Fee: $8.50/month

Need Assistance?

If you have questions about Membership Renewal, Unit Renewal, fees, forms, or My.Scouting.org access, please contact Lake Erie Council Member Care for assistance.