Frequently Asked Questions

Stock Gifts

I have stock I would like to donate to the Sam Houston Area Council.  What do I need to do?  Download Delivery Instructions and fax the completed form to the Council office.  This will enable us to deliver your shares to our account.

Can the Sam Houston Area Council accept the gift of mutual funds?  Yes.  It is a different procedure than with stocks. Please call (713) 756-3318 or email  to discuss the details.

How should I proceed  in giving a stock certificate to the Council?  Transfer the ownership of stock certificates to the name of  Boy Scouts of America.  Call or email us to let us know of your intent and then mail the certificate to the Sam Houston Area Council; Boy Scouts of America; PO Box 924528; Houston, TX 77292-4528. 

Do you have a question you need answered? Please email your question to moneymatters@shac.org