UNIT JERKY FUNDRAISER
Each year, the Crossroads of the West Council sponsors a Jerky Sale to support local Scouting programs and activities. This annual product sale offers a unique fundraising opportunity for Scouting units, allowing them to raise essential funds to provide high-quality experiences for Scouts and their families. Join us in making a difference in our community through this exciting fundraising initiative!
​WHY SELL BRIDGFORD JERKY?
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Boost Your Unit’s Income: Increase your unit's financial resources.
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Fund Your Scouting Program: Cover the costs of your entire Scouting program.
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Teach Valuable Lessons: Scouts learn the importance of “earning their own way.”
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Support Summer Camp Costs: Help pay for summer camp experiences.
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Finance Your Unit’s Yearly Activities: Fund your unit’s programs throughout the year.
Join us in this rewarding fundraising opportunity and support your Scouting journey!
UNIT COMMISSIONS & INCENTIVES
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Commission: Units receive a 33% commission on all sales.
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Choose Your Incentive: Units can select one of the following options:
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4% of sales can be used for prizes (Amazon gift cards).
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6% of unit sales can be credited toward attending a Council summer camp in 2026.
Note: 80% of products ordered must be sold to qualify for incentives.
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Additional Incentives
Units can qualify for extra rewards beyond the standard commission by achieving the following jerky gross sales milestones:
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$10,000 in sales: Earn an additional $250 Council camp credit.
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$15,000 in sales: Earn an additional $500 Council camp credit.
2026 JERKY SALE SCHEDULE
Sale Dates
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February 28 - May 18
Key Dates
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Monday, January 26
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Adult Leader Jerky Sale Kick-Off
Watch the kickoff recording
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Monday, February 2
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Jerky Orders Due
Submit your orders online
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Friday, February 27
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Jerky Delivery
Pick up your orders at the following locations:-
Orem Scout Office
1351 W 800 N, Orem, UT 84057 -
Wadman Corporation
2920 S 926 W, Ogden, UT 84401
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Saturday, February 28
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Jerky Sale Begins!
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March 13 - March 29
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No Storefront Sales (at select locations)
Due to Girl Scout cookie sales, there will be no storefront sales at Smith's, Walmart, and Associated Food Stores.
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Monday, May 18
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Unsold Product Due
Only complete jerky cases will be accepted for return. Individual bags cannot be returned. Any jerky remaining with a unit after this date is considered owned by the unit and cannot be returned to the Council.
Note: Up to 20% of a unit's order may be returned to the Council at the end of the jerky sale.
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Friday, May 22
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Payment Due to the Council
Payments can be made online via Jerky Pay or by check (mail to: 1200 E 5400 S, Ogden, UT 84403). -
Note: Units will receive Amazon gift cards or camp credit after full payment is received. Units will forfeit prizes or camp credit if payment is not made by Friday, May 29.
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