Boys' & Girls' Brigade Site Map
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Home | About Us | Brigade Programs | Camp Onaway | Brigade Supporters |
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Brigade Home
Watch the announcement board to keep up to date on the latest happenings at Brigade. |
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Join the Brigade
Register to become a Brigader. Membership dues are paid yearly and include weekly programs at the Brigade facility. |
Privacy Policy
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Legal Notice
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Site map
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About Brigade
The Boys' & Girls' Brigade is a youth organization for boys and girls grade 6 - 12 that has been serving area youth since 1900. |
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Mission, Vision & Values
Brigade emphasizes the Four-Fold way of life, good physical, social, mental and spiritual development. |
Brigade Beginnings
Building character and instilling youth with wholesome values was the goal of the first leaders in 1900 and remains unchanged today. |
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The Brigade Works!
Proven Results: The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade outcome measurements show inspiring findings. |
The Board
The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade Board of Directors consists of over 20 men and women. |
The Staff
Brigade currently employs 10 staff members. |
Collaborations
Partner with Brigade to create opportunities |
Employment
The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. |
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Brigade Programs
In addition to a 7-year character development and leadership training program, Brigade also offers a variety of activities and Hobby Clubs that help to encourage the development of character and leadership. |
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Brigade Object
“The object of the Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade shall be the advancement of Christ’s kingdom and the promotion of habits of obedience, reverence, discipline, self-respect ..." |
Boys' & Girls' Programs
More than 850 youth in grades 6-12 from throughout the Fox Valley participated in the 2005-2006 program. |
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6th Grade Program
The 6th grade Brigade program focuses on 4 character trait areas of sportsmanship, respectfulness, responsibility and cleanliness. |
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7th Grade Program
The 7th grade Brigade program focuses on attitude, helpfulness, initiative, and trustworthiness character traits. |
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8th Grade Program
All aspects of Brigade’s Four Fold, I dare you philosophy, become the action plan for 8th grade programs and activities. |
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9th Grade Co-Ed Program
The 9th grade Brigade program focuses on leadership training and moving beyond the exploration and experience concepts of the younger grades. |
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10th Grade Co-Ed Program
The 10th grade program prepares Brigaders for their remaining 2 years in Brigade where they will be co-leaders to a group of their younger peers on a night of their choice. |
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11th & 12th Grade Co-Leader Program
As 11th & 12th Graders, Brigaders have the opportunity to execute and put into practice all of the skills they have learned over the last 5 years. |
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Hobby Clubs
Hobby Clubs are open to all boys and girls who are members of the Boys' & Girls' Brigade and meet in addition to regular Brigade nights. |
International Programs
The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade is truly an international organization that has spread around the world since its formation over 120 years ago. |
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International Trip
Periodic trips abroad which provide our Brigade members the opportunities to experience new cultures and develop lifelong friendships with other Brigaders around the world. |
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International Camp
These unique international experiences provide members of our Brigade family lifelong friendships and forge strong relationships between our Brigade and others. |
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International Links
For more general information about International Brigades, please visit our International Links page. |
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Awards Program
Each year one senior male and female receives the Outstanding Brigader Award - the highest award a Brigader can receive. |
Christmas Giving Program
Brigade provide a memorable Christmas for over 1000 area children and their families. |
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Camp Onaway
Camp Onaway is a 6 ½ acre island located on The Chain O' Lakes near Waupaca, Wisconsin. |
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Camp History
Since 1908, The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade has been camping at Onaway Island looking at the experience as an extension of the drill, leadership and character building programs. |
2008 Camp Schedule
Sign up for Onaway camps early! Space is limited. |
Boys' & Girls' Camps
Camp life is filled with enriching experiences never to be forgotten. Close friendships made at camp last a lifetime. |
Leadership Training
The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade hosts an annual Leadership Training Conference (LTC) at Camp Onaway. |
Adventure Camp
OAC uses nature as a backdrop for learning, practicing, and living the Four-fold way of life, while incorporating useful outdoor skills. |
Family Camp
Family Camp at Onaway Island is a fantastic family camp with activities for all ages! |
International Camp
These international experiences provide members of our Brigade family lifelong friendships and forge strong relationships between our Brigade and others. |
2007 Camp Awards
Each Boys' & Girls' camp offers the Tribes, Cabins, and Campers the opertunity to be recognized for a job well done. |
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Brigade Supporters
With the support of corporations, foundations, and other partners, Brigade is the center of excellence for youth character and leadership development. |
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Sponsors
Support the mission of Brigade while enhancing your company/brand image. |
Friends of the Brigade
As a Friend, you will be contributing to the extraordinary character development and leadership training programs Brigade offers. |
Volunteers
Join Brigade today as a volunteer and become a part of the winning team |
Fundraising Programs
The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade is always looking for sponsors, contributions and participants to make these programs possible. |
Donations
Your financial support is vital to Brigade’s ongoing success. |
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News & Noteworthy
With the support of corporations, foundations, and other partners, Brigade is the center of excellence for youth character and leadership development. |
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The Brigade Newsletter
Support the mission of Brigade while enhancing your company/brand image. |
Events Calendar
As a Friend, you will be contributing to the extraordinary character development and leadership training programs Brigade offers. |
News Releases
Join Brigade today as a volunteer and become a part of the winning team |
Brigade Video
The Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade is always looking for sponsors, contributions and participants to make these programs possible. |
Parent & Youth LInks
Your financial support is vital to Brigade’s ongoing success. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Your financial support is vital to Brigade’s ongoing success. |
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Join the Brigade
Don't miss out on the adventures, learning and camaraderie of the Boys' & Girls' Brigade. |
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Join the Brigade
Register to become a Brigader. Membership dues are $40 per year and include weekly programs at the Brigade facility. |
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Volunteers
Join Brigade today as a volunteer and become a part of the winning team… a character and leadership development program with a history of serving youth for more than 100 years! |
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How to Volunteer
Registration as a Volunteer is a 2-step process and involves a background check. To Volunteer, simply fill out the 2 forms and submit them to Brigade with a recent photo of yourself. |
Why Volunteer?
Feel a sense of accomplishment. Contribute to the community. Meet new people and learn new skills. There are many reasons to volunteer at Brigade.
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Current Opportunities
Brigade has a variety of volunteer opportunities for both youth and adults. |
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Donations
Today, Brigade serves over 800 young people in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment, providing opportunities that change lives and create the leaders of tomorrow. Your financial support is vital to Brigade’s ongoing success. Simply put, we cannot do it without you. |
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How to Donate
Donations to Brigade are accepted online via PayPal secure transaction processing, over the phone and by mail. |
Current Needs
Brigade regularly posts needed items. If you wish to donate an item on the Current Needs list, contact Brigade for arrangements. |
Planned Giving & Bequests
As a special friend of Brigade you may choose a bequest in your will or living trust as your ultimate charitable gift to help continue the programs you have been supporting over your lifetime. |
Appreciated Securities Donations
If you own stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other assets that have increased in value since the time of purchase, you may find it advantageous to give them to Brigade. |
Legacy Giving
Brigade offers 2 primary legacy giving options: Charitable GIft Annuity and Charitable Remainder Trust. Contact Brigade for more information or for other planned gifting options. |
Vehicle Donations
The vehicle donating process is very simple. Just call the Brigade office at (920) 725-3983 to make arrangements to drop off your vehicle. The paper work takes only a few minutes. |
Cash Donations
An online donation is fast, secure, and the most efficient way to put your dollars to work right away. Cash donations can be made by Credit Card via PayPal. (PayPal account NOT required) |
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Contact Us
Brigade general contact information and addresses as well as information for reaching staff members directly can be found in the Contact Us section as well as in various locations throughout the site. |
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