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European Scout Foundation's Mission

Provide financial support for the development of Scouting in Europe, with main emphasis on projects, of National Scout Organisations in Central and Eastern Europe.

Develop the Friends of Scouting in Europe to raise money to support Scout projects. The Friends of Scouting, acting as Ambassadors, also help Scouting grow their personal contacts and expertise.

Increase the endowment capital in order to provide financial support for activities in their European Scout Region, such as seminars, events, publications, and operational support.

65,028 CHF

Amount of Funding in 2025

690

Projects Supported

56

Years of Foundation

809

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FOSE Tour 2026

FOSE Tour 2026: Welcome to the 27th Annual Gathering of the Friends of Scouting in Europe

Erfurt, Germany | October 1st – October 4th, 2026 This year, our gathering takes us to Germany. You might wonder: why Germany? Isn’t it a highly developed country with a well-established Scouting movement? Yes, it is—but only in certain parts. When we look at the statistics, Scouting in the eastern part of Germany faces significant… Continue reading FOSE Tour 2026: Welcome to the 27th Annual Gathering of the Friends of Scouting in Europe

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A Celebration of Scouting Excellence in Copenhagen

We are delighted to invite you to a special event on June 6th as we gather to honor Jørgen Guldborg Rasmussen, the founder of the European Scout Foundation (ESF), and celebrate the profound impact the Foundation has made through scouting projects across Europe over the years. The Venue: A Modern Home for Scouting Our celebration… Continue reading A Celebration of Scouting Excellence in Copenhagen

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Strategic Alignment for Greater Impact: ESF Unveils New Funding Streams for 2026

The European Scout Foundation (ESF) is evolving its grant funding model to directly support the core priority of Scouting in Europe: Growth. In close collaboration with the European Scout Region (ESR), we have aligned our funding strategy with the Regional Scout Plan (RSP). Clarity and Purpose The goal of this strategic shift is to provide… Continue reading Strategic Alignment for Greater Impact: ESF Unveils New Funding Streams for 2026

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