Buffalo Trail Council Boy Scouts of America receives grant from RBC wealth management
MIDLAND Buffalo Trail Council announced that it has received a $2,500 grant to from RBC Foundation – USA, to fund the organization’s Scoutreach in Midland and Odessa.
Buffalo Trail Council focuses on preparing young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law.
“We’re thrilled to receive this funding in order to help us accomplish our mission of reaching out to underserved youth,” said Lyman Gifford, Scout Executive of Buffalo Trail Council. “Our organization recognizes partnerships with corporations like RBC Wealth Management that remain committed to our initiatives regardless of economic climate.”
In 2010, the Buffalo Trail Council provided $12,000 of assistance to individuals in scholarships, camperships, uniforms, books, materials and other aid to youth participating in council programs.
In 2011, the council expects to make a similar investment in economically disadvantaged youth.
We appreciate the support of RBC Wealth Management in Midland and Odessa.
The mission of the RBC Foundation - USA is to improve the quality of life in the communities where RBC Wealth Management has a business presence by supporting non-profit organizations that make a positive difference.
The Foundation focuses on three core areas: arts and culture, human services and youth education.
In the United States, RBC Wealth Management operates as a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation. Founded in 1909, RBC Capital Markets, LLC. is a member of the New York Stock Exchange, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, the Securities Investor Protection Corporation and other major securities exchanges.
RBC Wealth Management has over $183 billion of assets under administration and nearly 2,100 financial consultants operating in nearly 199 locations in 42 states.
Through RBC Foundation, USA grants, charitable sponsorships, civic involvement and employee volunteerism, RBC Wealth Management gave $3.2 million to charitable causes in our communities in 2010.
In addition, the Fasken Foundation also awarded $15,000 to the Buffalo Trail Council.
