Boy Scouts Of America 414

Asheville, NC · Founded 1993

To promote the ability of boys and young men to do things for themselves and others in western nc and

Primary audience
Youth
Work area
Youth Development
Topic
Character Building
Contact
Sue Persons
Website Contact

About Organization

The Cascade Pacific Council of the Boy Scouts of America provides youth development programs that build character, citizenship, and outdoor skills. Based in Portland, OR, the council operates with $7.3 million in annual revenue and 115 employees serving thousands of young people across the Pacific Northwest.

What They Focus On

Character Development

Building leadership skills and positive values in young people

Mentorship

Connecting youth with caring adults and role models

Community Engagement

Fostering civic participation and service learning

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$3.7M

+19.2% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$3.1M

+4.8% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$9.2M

+8% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

122

-9.6% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $3,725,732 $3,143,094 $9,236,581 122
2023 $3,125,785 $2,999,033 $8,554,172 135
2022 $3,254,041 $3,624,986 $8,601,681 120
2020 $1,202,021 $1,719,117 $8,280,568 16
2019 $3,778,791 $3,153,887 $8,814,902 130
2018 $3,285,548 $2,822,321 $8,485,755 133

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Program Development

    Designing activities that build character and life skills

  • 02

    Youth Engagement

    Recruiting and enrolling young people in programs

  • 03

    Mentoring

    Matching youth with trained adult volunteers and staff

  • 04

    Impact Evaluation

    Measuring outcomes and program effectiveness over time

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Boy Scouts Of America 414

Youth Development

Building character and life skills through structured programs

Mentorship

Connecting young people with caring adult mentors

Community Service

Engaging youth in service projects and civic participation

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Boy Scouts Of America 414.

Joshua Christ

Joshua Christ

CEO, Scout Executive (828) 254-6189 x124
Full-time
Compensation: $223,997
Ryan Bennett

Ryan Bennett

District Executive - Falling Waters (828) 254-6189 x127

Asheville Scout Shop Asheville Scout Shop (828) 253-4949

Thomas Crocker

Thomas Crocker

Assistant Camp Ranger (828) 648-0435 x302
Jennifer Fox

Jennifer Fox

Executive Assistant / Council Registrar (828) 254-6189 x123
Mason Gempe

Mason Gempe

Program Executive (828) 254-6189 x121
Joe Gizinski

Joe Gizinski

Unit Growth Executive (828) 254-6189 x128
Paul Hollier

Paul Hollier

COO, Assistant Scout Executive (828) 254-6189 x125
James Hylemon

James Hylemon

District Director - Looking Glass (828) 254-6189 x129
Debbie Melton

Debbie Melton

Accounting Assistant (828) 254-6189 x122
Deb Mentch

Deb Mentch

Controller (828) 254-6189 x120
John Nixon

John Nixon

Camp Ranger (828) 648-0435 x301
Asheville Scout Shop

Asheville Scout Shop

(828) 253-4949
Jacob Whitlow

Jacob Whitlow

Council Program Director/Camp Director (828) 254-6189 x131
SP

Sue Persons

President
1 hrs/week
AS

Aaron Swift

Oa Youth Rep
1 hrs/week
AP

Alex Portelli

VP District
1 hrs/week
BY

Bobby Yount

VP Administr
1 hrs/week
CM

Chris Morgan

VP, Program
1 hrs/week
CR

Christopher Reinhardt

Legal Counse
1 hrs/week
JG

Jerry Gmyr

VP Membershi
1 hrs/week
KE

Kristy Elliott

VP, Fund Dev
1 hrs/week
MP

Michael Parmer

Council Comm
1 hrs/week
RB

Reed Bilbray

VP, Marketin
1 hrs/week
RB

Richard Broadhurst

Mt Mitch. Di
1 hrs/week
TN

Todd Newnam

VP, Finance
1 hrs/week
WH

Wendy Henderson

VP, Cub Scou
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1993

Organization Founded

1993

Established to serve community needs and advance mission

2005

Early Expansion

2005

Grew programs and established organizational foundations

2009

Significant Growth

2009

Expanded programs and services to reach more communities

2025

Program Innovation

2025

Launched new initiatives to deepen community impact

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AJ
Aaron Johnson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AG
Alan Gibson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AP
Allen Peele Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AS
Arnold Skip Sheldon Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BP
Ben Pendry Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BT
Betty Taylor Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BA
Bill Arledge Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BB
Bill Beard Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BW
Bryant Webster Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CC
Carleton Collins Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CV
Carlos Vargas Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CG
Clark Glenn Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DF
Dan Field Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DK
David Krishock Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DM
David McCartney Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Dr Stephen Page Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EH
Eddie Hollifield Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GH
Greg Hutchins Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JK
James Karegeannes Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JW
Jerry Williams Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Joel Chambers Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
JL
John Lampley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JM
John Mills Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KS
Ken Sidwell Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LB
Larry Blythe Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MP
Mark Pinkston Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Mike McLean Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
NH
Neal Hanks Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PH
Pat Howard Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PJ
Peggy Jones Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PS
Peter Sprague Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
QM
Quentin Miller Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RG
Ralph Griffith Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RB
Randall Barnett Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RL
Raymond Lynch Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RC
Richard Carter Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RH
Richard Hurley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Scott Burnette Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Scott Moncrief Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SC
Sen Chuck Edwards Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TW
Ted White Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
WG
William Goacher Board Member 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$265K

Highest Paid

$265K

Joshua Christ

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Joshua Christ Scout Execut $223,997 $40,883 $264,880 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$13K Total Given
Democratic $10,375 (79%)
Republican $2,794 (21%)
19 Contributions
$693 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

10 Individual Donors
KB
Karrie Baxter 2 contributions • $3,300 avg
$6,600
RK
Roger Krone 2 contributions • $1,500 avg
$3,000
GA
Grayson A. Kelly 1 contribution • $1,600 avg
$1,600
EL
Edward Laehle 2 contributions • $250 avg
$500
SH
Stephen Hoitt 1 contribution • $500 avg
$500

Other Individual Contributors $969 combined

#6
CF

Colin French

Dallas, TX

$450 Total
2 Contributions
TED CRUZ FOR SENATE
#7
MS

Marvin Smith

Houston, TX

$250 Total
1 Contribution
AMANDA EDWARDS FOR CONGRESS
#8
SR

Shannon Roberts

Bedford, TX

$181 Total
3 Contributions
TRUMP NATIONAL COMMITTEE JFC,
#9
CG

Cindy Gilbert

Wichita Falls, TX

$63 Total
4 Contributions
TED CRUZ FOR SENATE
#10
AV

Anthony Vogl

Macedon, NY

$25 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Cindy Gilbert with 4 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Karrie Baxter at $3,300 each
🎯
Top Recipient ACTBLUE — $5,300

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$12K Grants Received
1 Organizations

Top Funders

1 total
TC
The Community Foundation
$12K

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
3 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

Boy Scouts Of America
3 filings
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Boy Scouts Of America 414

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(828) 254-6189

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333 W Haywood Street Asheville, NC 28801