It is the purpose of the Boy Scouts of America to provide an effective program designed to instill within the youth desirable qualities of character, to train them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to help develop their personal fitness, providing this country with citizens who:

1. Are physically, mentally and emotionally fit.
2. Have a high degree of self-reliance as evidence in such qualities as initiative, courage, and resourcefulness.
3. Have personal and stable values firmly based upon religious concepts.
4. Have the desire and skills to help others.
5. Understand the principles of the American social, economical, and government systems.
6. Are knowledgeable about and take pride in their American heritage and understand America’s role in the world.
7. Have a keen respect for the basic rights of all people.
8. Are prepared to fulfill the varied responsibilities of participating in and giving leadership to American society and in other forums of the world.