Financial Assistance

Northern Star is dedicated to making Exploring accessible to all families, regardless of financial circumstances. The generosity of our donors has created a registration assistance fund to make Exploring available to families in need. At this time, assistance is reserved for youth participants.

Before applying for financial aid, please use the search function to find a local program near you. You will need to enter the unit type and number from the unit you pick out in the request form.

Was your child registered for the 2023 to 2024 program year (last year)?

My child has never been a Explorer or Scout or my child was not registered at all in the 2023-2024 program year. My child was a registered Explorer or Scout in the 2023-2024 program year.

How much assistance are you requesting?

$35 Assistance Requested $70 Assistance Requested

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