FRIENDS OF TEHACHAPI TROOP 3 INC
EIN 99-4901427 · Fund Raising & Fund Distribution - Youth Development (O12)
What they do
Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 INC Was Able to Raise Enough Funds to Enhance The Scouting Program of Scouting America Troop 3 In Tehachapi, CA. These Funds Were Used to Purchase New Tents for The Troop, Replacement Cooking Utensils, and Repair The Troop Trailer. Additionally, These Funds Helped Pay for Campsite Fees for The Troop, Rock-climbing Instructor and Equipment Fees Needed for The Rock Climbing Merit Badge, and Replenish A "Scoutership" (scholarship) Fund Used to Help Cover Membership Fees for Scouts From Families Facing Financial Hardship. Troop 3 Has 33 Youth Members That Have Benefited In Enhanced Outdoor Skill Building and Leadership Activities As A Result of These Contributions.
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About this charity
- Recognized since
- January 2024
- Location
- 840 TUCKER RD STE H 180, TEHACHAPI, CA 93561-2564
- County
- Kern
- In care of
- Garrett Kendrick