Indianapolis – The 29th Annual Governor’s Luncheon for Scouting will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium Wednesday, Dec. 18, where Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb and an esteemed panel of community leaders will gather to highlight the impact of Scouting on thousands of young men and women in Central Indiana.
As the Crossroads of America Council’s largest fundraising event, this luncheon draws over 2,000 business and civic leaders to generate critical support for Scouting programs that positively shape young lives, including hundreds of Black youth.
The luncheon will feature event co-chairs DuJuan McCoy, owner, president and CEO of Circle City Broadcasting (WISH-TV); Kathy Martin Harrison, owner and CEO of Ed Martin Automotive Group; Latha Ramchand, chancellor of IU Indianapolis; and Vop Osili, president of the Indianapolis City-County Council.
These leaders are passionate advocates for youth development and are instrumental in advancing opportunities for Scouts of diverse backgrounds throughout the region.
Scouting has long been a powerful influence on Indianapolis’ Black community, fostering leadership and service through programs that emphasize character, community service and personal growth. This impact was recently highlighted in the celebration of Troop 199’s 75th anniversary. The troop, which has served Black youth in Indianapolis for generations, honored the achievements of three of its Eagle Scouts who led service projects to improve local community spaces.
Leander Nicholson beautified Oscar Charleston Park by filling in ruts near the shelter, reducing mosquito breeding grounds and refurbishing picnic tables, ensuring a welcoming environment for park visitors. Cameron Hairston transformed his school playground by installing coyote silhouettes to humanely deter geese, creating a cleaner, safer space for students to enjoy.
Nathaniel Wilks led a team to revitalize the shalomwoods trail and playground at Shalom Mennonite Church, adding benches, trash cans and informative tree tags for an educational nature experience.
Funds raised at the Governor’s Luncheon will continue to support Scouting initiatives in Central Indiana, benefiting over 16,000 youth and 450 Scouting units. Scouting provides an invaluable space for youth, especially Black youth, to develop skills, confidence and a sense of responsibility toward their communities.
For more information or to register for the event, please visit CrossroadsBSA.org/GovLunch.
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