Boy Scouts Making a Difference 2023 Distinguished Citizens Award Dinner & Auction

Join us Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 6 - 9 pm at Diamond Mills Hotel for Making a Difference 2023 Distinguished Citizens Award Dinner and Auction.

Each year, the Rip Van Winkle Council, Boy Scouts of America, honors people and organizations who make a difference in our community through their service to others. 

This year's Honorees are:
Distinguished Citizen - Olana O'Connor
Distinguished Scouter Award - C. Timothy Mitzel

Proceeds from this fundraiser will directly support Scouting programs in the Hudson Valley, ensuring the more than 1,000 youth in Ulster & Greene counties will continue to benefit from leadership, life and character development skills gained through scouting.