Every year on 22 February, Scouts across the world come together to celebrate Founder’s Day.

It marks the birthday of Robert Baden-Powell, whose simple idea – giving young people adventure, responsibility, and trust – grew into a global movement. From the first experimental camp on Brownsea Island, Scouts has been about learning by doing and growing through experience.

More than a century later, that spirit is still alive.

Founder’s Day isn’t just about looking back. It’s about recognising what Scouts means right now. Across the UK and around the world, young people are leading projects, gaining new skills, supporting their communities, and stepping up when it matters most.

That’s what makes this day special.

It’s also a chance to renew our Promise and reflect on the values that guide us – kindness, integrity, respect, and courage. In a fast-changing world, those values remain constant.

Founder’s Day reminds us that Scouting is more than badges and camps. It’s belonging. Its growth. It’s young people being trusted to lead, try, fail, and try again.

Most importantly, it’s about the future.

Because every time a young person learns a new skill, supports a friend, or takes on a challenge they once thought was impossible, the movement continues to grow stronger.

On Founder’s Day, we celebrate where we started.
But we focus on where we’re going next.