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| Anjali S.Second Class | ★ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ |
| Hazel S.First Class | ★ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ |
| Maya S.Life | ★ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ |
| Oliver K.First Class | ★ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ |
| Oliver V.Star | ★ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ |
| Quinn B.Tenderfoot | ★ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ | □ |
Requirements
From the official BSA merit badge pamphlet — wording is paraphrased in this prototype. Confirm against the current pamphlet for sign-off.
1Discuss what citizenship in the community means and how to be a good citizen
2Community mapping and government
2a Map community landmarks (government, fire/police/hospital, parks, historic); record distances and travel times
2b Chart your local or state government; show top offices and elected vs. appointed
3Attend a public meeting
3a Attend an in-person council, school board, court session, or approved government meeting
3b Explain why you agree with one opinion over another on an issue from the meeting
4Community issue and local government
4a Find which branch of local government is responsible for an issue important to your community
4b Interview someone from that branch about the issue and how young people can help
4c Share what you learned with your counselor
5Watch an approved movie about individuals positively affecting a community; discuss
6List taxpayer-funded community services and why they matter to your community
7Charitable organizations and volunteering
7a Identify three charitable organizations (outside Scouting) that bring your community together
7b Research one of the organizations using a variety of resources
7c Contact the organization and volunteer at least eight hours; discuss what you learned
8Develop and stage a public presentation on your community's history, cultures, features, and challenges