Dylan Maine's Eagle Scout Project for the Village of Hope

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What is an Eagle Scout Project?

Earning the rank of Eagle Scout requires completing a significant project that benefits the community, showcasing leadership, dedication, and service. Dylan Maine has chosen the Village of Hope as the focus of his ambitious Eagle Scout project, aiming to make a lasting impact on the lives of the women and children we serve.

Here’s what Dylan plans to accomplish as part of his project:

  • Enhance our facilities by installing trim and painting a recently added door on the side of the Administrative building.
  • Restore our infrastructure by replacing two deteriorated entry doors on the Administrative building shed.
  • Improve safety and durability by replacing the roof and power-washing the walls of the Residential building shed.
  • Add comfort for residents by installing a bench in front of the Residential building, offering a place to sit while waiting for transportation.
  • Maintain cleanliness by procuring and installing two new commercial trash receptacles, one for each building.
  • Bring joy to children by installing a brand-new playground next to the Residential building, creating a safe and fun space for play and connection.

Who is Dylan Maine?

Dylan Maine is a dedicated and accomplished Boy Scout with a strong history of service and leadership.

  • Joined Scouting in 2015 as a 1st grader and transitioned to Boy Scouts in 2020 during the height of COVID-19.
  • Earned an impressive 55 merit badges, far exceeding the 21 required for Eagle Scout, and has just one remaining to complete.
  • Held leadership positions every year since joining Boy Scouts, demonstrating his commitment to his troop and community.
  • Favorite merit badges: Environmental Science, Kayaking, and Motor Boating.
  • Achievements: Completed a 65-mile backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail this past summer.
  • Current Rank: Life Scout, diligently working to achieve the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.

Dylan and his mother, Christine, have also been volunteering at the Village of Hope for over two years, coming every other week to clean the grounds, pick up litter, and help maintain our facilities. Now, Dylan is taking his commitment to the next level by focusing his Eagle Scout project on making significant improvements to the Village of Hope.

How You Can Help

Your support is vital to helping Dylan achieve his goals and make a lasting difference for the women and children at the Village of Hope.

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to completing this incredible project. Together, we can help Dylan achieve the rank of Eagle Scout while creating a safer, more welcoming environment for the families we serve.

Click the blue donate button on the right side of this page to donate now.

- Dylan in uniform (note his impressive badge collection):

- Rendering of the proposed new playground: