11th Annual Prepared. For Life. Gala
September 14, 2026• J.W. Marriott in Washington, DC
Theme: Scouts in Action
This year’s Gala theme, “Scouts in Action,” celebrates the lasting impact of Scouting and the exceptional leaders across our region who are shaping industries, communities, and the future. The evening will bring together C-suite executives, elected officials, and nonprofit leaders for a powerful celebration of leadership, service, and civic responsibility.
Proceeds from the Gala directly support Scouting America – National Capital Area Council, which serves more than 29,000 Scouts and 14,000 volunteers annually across D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
Gala Co-Chairs to be announced soon!
This is more than a celebration—it’s a strategic investment in the next generation of leaders, innovators, and engaged citizens.
Thank you to the 2025 Sponsors!
Presenting Eagle – $30,000
The Forster Family Foundation
Gold Eagles – $20,000
Silver Eagles – $10,000
Bronze Eagles – $5,000
Eagles – $2,500
Previous Gala Honorees:
2025
- Eric Hoplin, President & CEO of National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, recipient of Hospitality Good Scout Award
- Cullen Bengtson, Booz Allen Hamilton, recipient of the Baden Powell Award
- Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., U.S. House of Representatives, recipient of Citizen of the Year
- Kevin Burke, President & CEO of Airports Council International, recipient of John H. Graham IV Association Executive Award
2024
- Michelle Mason, President and CEO of ASAE, recipient of the prestigious John H. Graham, IV Association Executive Award
- Kate Mattice, Executive Director of the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission, recipient of the esteemed Baden Powell Award
- Kevin Keane, President and CEO of the American Beverage Association, recipient of the Hospitality Good Scout Award
- Stephen Skippen, Director of Business Development, SKANSKA, recipient of the Transportation Good Scout Award
- Kevin Brady, Senior Consultant, Akin, recipient of the Economic Development Good Scout Award
- U.S. Senator Joe Manchin III, recipient of the Citizen of the Year Award
2023
- Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson, House Committee on Agriculture, U.S. House of Representatives, Citizen of the Year
- John H. Graham IV Association Executive Award: Heidi Brock, President & CEO, American Forest & Paper Association
- Chip Rogers, President and CEO, American Hotel & Lodging Association, Hospitality Good Scout Honoree
- Jason Grumet, CEO, American Clean Power Association, Energy Good Scout Honoree
- Corey & Bethany Clemmons, Cubmaster/Volunteers Pack 1758, Baden Powell Volunteer Award
2022
- Steve Caldeira, President & CEO of Household & Commercial Products Association-John H. Graham IV Association Executive Award
- Matt Shay, President & CEO of the National Retail Federation- Hospitality Good Scout Award
- Maria Korsnick, President & CEO of the Nuclear Energy Institute-Energy Good Scout Award
- General David Rodriguez- Military Good Scout Award
2021
- Roger Dow, President & CEO of the U.S. Travel Association- John H. Graham IV Association Executive Award
- Greg Ferrara, President & CEO of the National Grocers Association – Hospitality Good Scout Award
- Karen Alderman Harbert, President & CEO of the American Gas Association- Energy Good Scout Award
- Holly Sullivan, Vice President of WW Economic Development with Amazon- Economic Development Good Scout Award
- Matthew Jones, President & CEO Of Leading Authorities, Inc- Communications Good Scout Award.
2020
- Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases- Citizen of the Year Award
- Thomas Kuhn, President of EEI – John H. Graham IV Association Executive Award
- Katherine Lugar, President & CEO of the American Beverage Association- Hospitality Good Scout Award
- Mike Sommers, President & CEO of the American Petroleum Institute- Energy Good Scout Award
- Dr. J. Stephen Jones President and CEO of Inova Health System- Health Services Good Scout Award
2019
- Andrew Wheeler, Administrator, Enviromental Protection Agency
- Charlie Tate, Partner, Tate & Tryon
- Leslie Sarasin, President & CEO, Food Marketing Institute
2018
- Dave McCurdy, President, The American Gas Association
- Samuel Schreiber, President, Chain Bridge Bank
- Greg O’Dell, President & CEO, Events DC
2017
- Thomas R. Kuhn, President, The Edison Electric Institute
- Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr., President, The Global Financial Markets Association
- Thomas J. Baltimore, Jr., Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Park Hotels & Resorts
2016
- Jack Gerard, President & CEO, API
- Dan O’Neill, President Mid Atlantic Division, SunTrust
- Stephen J. Caldeira, President & CEO, The Household & Commercial Products Association
2015
- Senator John Hoeven, Senator of North Dakota
- Governor Frank Keating, President & CEO, American Bankers Association
- Dawn Sweeney, President & CEO, National Restaurant Association
2014
- The Honorable John D. Dingell, MI, Congressman, US House of Representatives
- Elliott Ferguson, II, President & CEO, Destination DC
2013
- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, AK, Ranking Member, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Woody Sutton, President & CEO, The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association
- Roger Dow, President & CEO, US Travel Association
2012
- Rep. Fred Upton, MI, Chairman, The House Energy and Commerce Committee
- Rob Nichols, President & CEO, Financial Services Forum
2011
- Rob Nichols, President & CEO, Financial Services Forum
- Sen. Jeff Bingaman, NM, Chairman, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee
2010
- Paul G. Haaga, Chairman, Capital Research and Management Company
2008
- Paul Schott Stevens, President & CEO, Investment Company Institute
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