Eagle Scout Service Project, Rank Application, and other resources should be downloaded from the National Council Advancement Page in order to ensure the most up to date form is being used.

To get started, download the Eagle Project Workbook and the MCC Eagle Checklist.

To generate the Eagle Scout Rank Application, a Scout, parent, or adult leader of the unit can navigate to the Eagle Scout Candidate in Scoutbook, then click Reports and then Eagle Application.

If for some reason, you are unable to generate the Eagle Scout Rank Application (mostly filled out with the data BSA has on record) from Scoutbook, you can find a blank fillable pdf of it by visiting the BSA Advancement Forms page.

For Life Scouts / Eagle Candidates:

• Eagle Reference Letter Instructions 
• Eagle Scout Reference Letter Template (fillable/printable)
• Navigating the Eagle Scout Service Project
• My Eagle Scout Project (your chance to brag and share your project with us)

For Eagle Board of Review Chairs:

• MCC Post Eagle Board of Review Rank Submission

Annual Eagle Recognition Events:

• Building Character Celebration – Grand Rapids
• Great Lakes Eagle Recognition Dinner – Novi

Eagle Scholarships

Many scholarships exist for Eagle Scouts, so Eagle Scout families should check with local foundations for additional options besides the list below.

• NESA Eagle Scout Scholarship
• Glenn and Melinda Adams Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year
• VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship
• American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year award
• National Catholic Committee on Scouting Scholarships

Michigan-Specific Eagle Congratulatory Letters

Parents and Scout Leaders are encouraged to request congratulatory letters from various local and national dignitaries.  The following list is not exhaustive but is a sample of the options available.  Tip:  Check with your local State Representative’s or State Senator’s offices.

• Aaron on Scouting – How to Request Letters
• USSCOUTS Eagle Congratulatory Letter list
• Governor of Michigan – Request a Letter of Recognition
• United States Submarine Veterans Inc (USSVI) Request Form

 Guide to Advancement
Process and Procedure for Youth Advancement.

Merit Badges

• Merit Badge Hub
• 2024 Requirements Updates
• Alternate Eagle Scout Merit Badge Application (58-730)
• MCC Merit Badge Counselor page
• Application for Merit Badge/Blue Card
• Merit Badge Counselor Information Form (Application) (34405)
• How to find Merit Badge Counselors

Local Advancement Contacts

• MCC Advancement Contacts

Special Needs Advancement

• Special Needs Advancement Resources
• Individual Scout Plan

Service Awards

• Congressional Award (non-BSA)| PDF | Registration
  Highest award given by the US Congress to civilian youth.  Recognizes achieving personal goals in volunteerism, character development and fitness.

Merit Badge Days and Other Advancement Opportunities

List of all Merit Badge workshops on the current calendar.

INTRODUCTION:
BSA merit badges give Scouts opportunities to learn more about the world we live in and are earned through completing a series of guided activities and tasks. The new Citizenship in Society merit badge encourages Scouts to explore information on diversity, equity, inclusion, and ethical leadership, and learn why these qualities are important in society and in Scouting.